garden orzo risotto

 love this super quick, super light family crowd pleaser.

ingredients

1 small zucchini, chopped

1 shallot, chopped

2 T olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 C uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta

2 C broth

1 C milk

6oz spinach

2 medium tomatoes, chopped

1/4 C basil, chopped

1/3 C grated parmesan

salt and pepper to taste

directions

saute zucchini and shallot in oil until almost tender. add garlic and cook one minute. add the orzo, broth and milk and bring to a boil. reduce to simmer and cook for 10-15 or until liquid is almost absorbed. stir in spinach, tomatoes and basil and cook until spinach is wilted. remove from heat and add cheese, salt and pepper.