Creamy Tuscan Orzo with Turkey Bacon: An Indulgent Twist
A rich and creamy dish that combines orzo pasta with the savory flavor of turkey bacon and Tuscan-inspired ingredients.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Comfort Food
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Add spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking until spinach wilts.
- Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan, stirring to combine.
- Mix in the cooked orzo and crumbled bacon. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Orzo, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipes