Savory Sausage Orzo Delight

Savory Sausage Orzo Delight

Ingredients:

• 1 lb spicy or sweet Italian sausage (pick your adventure)
• 1 large leek, thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 cups dried orzo
• 3 cups broth (chicken or veggie — dealer’s choice), more if things get thirsty
• Grated Parmesan (be generous, about 3/4 cup or more)
• 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, if you’re feeling sassy
• Salt + Pepper
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil
• Spinach, kale, chard, or arugula (optional for a healthy flair)

Instructions:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Toss in the sausage and break it up until it’s cooked and crumbly.
2. Add the leeks and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the orzo, and seasonings. Toast for 1 minute.
3. Pour in broth, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, add more broth if neccessary.
4. Stir in the Parmesan until creamy. If you’re tossing in spinach or arugula, now’s the time.
5. Serve in bowls, pile on more Parmesan and enjoy!