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00:00One Pot Creamy Pumpkin Orzo
00:02This one pot wonder is basically autumn in a skillet,
00:06and it's about to become your new obsession for those nights when you want something cozy
00:09but don't want to dirty every dish in your kitchen.
00:12For the aromatic base, use 1 tablespoon unsalted butter,
00:161 medium shallot, minced, 2 medium cloves garlic, minced.
00:20For the orzo and liquid mixture, take 1 pound uncooked orzo,
00:241 and a half cups 2% or skim milk,
00:261 half cup heavy whipping cream, 3 cups chicken broth, 3 quarters cup pumpkin puree.
00:32For finishing, use 1 and a half cups firmly packed fresh spinach,
00:371 half cup grated parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.
00:42Heat a large cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat until warm to the touch.
00:48Add butter, swirl to coat, and allow it to melt and foam slightly.
00:52Add the minced shallot and saute until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
00:57Add the minced garlic and uncooked orzo, stirring constantly for 1 to 2 minutes
01:02until lightly toasted and golden with a nutty aroma.
01:06Add the milk, heavy cream, chicken broth, and pumpkin puree, stirring until evenly combined with no streaks.
01:12Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce to medium-low, and simmer 10 to 15 minutes,
01:17stirring occasionally until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender.
01:21Stir in spinach and parmesan cheese until wilted and melted, season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.
01:28This hearty serving provides approximately 425 calories with a balanced macronutrient profile,
01:34featuring complex carbohydrates from the orzo, healthy fats from the cream and cheese,
01:39and quality protein from the dairy components.
01:41Each serving delivers fiber from pumpkin and spinach, plus calcium from milk, cream, and parmesan cheese,
01:48providing approximately 15 grams of protein per serving.
01:52Replace orzo with shirataki noodles or zucchini spirals.
01:55Reduce portion to 3 quarters cup.
01:58Pair with protein.
01:59Include healthy fats.
02:00Replace heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
02:02Use low-fat milk.
02:03And add extra vegetables for better blood sugar control.
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