Orzo with Ricotta and Broccoli Rabe
Orzo with Ricottan and Broccoli Rabe might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 429 calories, 20g of protein, and 9g of fat. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. A mixture of orzo pasta, kalamatan olives, garlic, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty.
Instructions
In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring about 3 quarts water to a boil.
Add orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender to bite, 7 to 12 minutes.
Drain, reserving 1 1/2 cups pasta-cooking water. Return orzo to pan.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over medium heat.
Add garlic; stir until fragrant but not brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
Add chili flakes and broccoli rabe; stir 3 to 4 minutes.
Add 1 cup of reserved water; simmer until greens are tender to bite, 6 to 8 minutes.
Add broccoli rabe mixture to orzo with ricotta, olives, and remaining 1/2 cup reserved water; mix, adding salt and pepper to taste.