Sausage and Orzo Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Stuff
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1 cup orzo (small rice-shaped pasta)
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1 lb sweet or spicy Italian sausage
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 yellow onion, diced small
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1 bell pepper (choose your favorite color), chopped
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2 handfuls of fresh spinach
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14 oz can of diced tomatoes
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2 cups chicken broth (low-salt version)
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1 tsp oregano (dried)
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1 tsp basil (dried)
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A drizzle of olive oil
# Instructions:
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In a big pan, warm up some olive oil on medium. Toss in the sausage slices and cook them until they're browned all over, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Add the onion chunks, bell pepper pieces, and minced garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring now and then, until everything softens up (around 3 to 4 minutes).
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Pour in the chicken broth, toss in the orzo, and add the canned tomatoes (juice included). Stir it all together and let it gently bubble.
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Turn the heat low, pop on a lid, and let everything cook until the orzo is soft and most of the liquid has soaked in—this'll take about 10 to 12 minutes. Don't forget to give it a stir occasionally!
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Mix the spinach and herbs into the pan, cooking for two minutes or until the spinach wilts. Serve hot and enjoy.
# Notes:
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Go with mild or hot sausage depending on how spicy you like your food!
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It tastes just as good the next day, perfect for a reheated meal.
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Switch out the sausage for a plant-based option and use veggie broth to make this vegetarian-friendly.