Name: Creamy Sausage and Orzo Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced; 1 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 2 cups chicken stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp soy sauce; Cajun seasoning, to taste; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; garlic powder, to taste; onion powder, to taste; red pepper flakes, to taste; 1 cup orzo pasta; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (optional); 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped; freshly grated parmesan cheese, to taste (optional)

1

In a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat, brown the sliced smoked sausage until it has a crispy crust. This step is optional but recommended for texture.

2

Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan with the sausage. Sauté for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant.

3

Pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream.

4

Season the liquid with soy sauce, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

5

Stir in the orzo pasta and optional sun-dried tomatoes.

6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer until the orzo is cooked through and has absorbed most of the liquid, about 10-12 minutes.

7

Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the chopped spinach until it wilts completely into the sauce.

8

Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese, if using, until melted and creamy.

9

Serve immediately.

Creamy Sausage and Orzo Pasta

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