Parmesean & Spinach Orzo

Ingredients:

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, miced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tbsp all purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups spinach
• 1/2 cup parmesean cheese
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta  according to package instructions; drain well
2. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesean until melted
5. Add orzo and gently toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste
6. Serve and Enjoy!