Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Begin by finely dicing one onion and mincing three cloves of garlic. Roughly chop about two cups of fresh spinach. In a small bowl, combine a teaspoon each of Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add two tablespoons of olive oil. Add one pound of ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks for 8-10 minutes.
- In the same pot, heat an additional tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 1-2 minutes, then add the minced garlic.
- Stir in one cup of orzo pasta, toasting it lightly for 1-2 minutes.
- Next, pour in four cups of chicken broth, bring it to a rapid boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover, letting it simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the reserved ground turkey, chopped spinach, and half a cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Remove the pot from heat and finish the dish with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition
Notes
Stir frequently to prevent sticking and add more broth if needed. Add spinach at the end for best texture.
