Orzo with Mediterranean-style Spinach

Recently, I used a pasta shape that I've only used once before. It worked well with this dish. This is a delicious recipe that relies heavily on ingredients found in Mediterranean foods. It uses tart sun-dried tomatoes, tangy artichoke hearts, earthy spinach, sweet caramelized onions, garlicky garlic, and creamy cream. Also, it is vegetarian friendly. You can click on the picture for a closer view.

Orzo with Mediterranean-style Spinach

Serves 4

4 C. of fresh Spinach (or 1 package of frozen, chopped Spinach, thawed and drained)

1/2 Onion, chopped

1 clove of Garlic, chopped

3 Tbl. of Sun-dried Tomatoes, thinly sliced

3 Tbl. of Artichoke Hearts, roughly chopped

1 small carton of Heavy Cream

1 Tbl. of Butter

Salt, to taste

1 Lb. of Orzo, cooked and drained

- In a skillet, melt butter and saute onions and garlic

- Add spinach, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts. Stir and heat thoroughly

- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes

- Serve atop orzo