Orzo with Caramelized Mushrooms and Wilted Spinach Recipe

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite about 11 minutes.

Meanwhile heat a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 cloves garlic. Stir in mushrooms and toss to coat. Cook without stirring until very browned and caramelized 5 to 7 minutes. Flip mushrooms to brown on the other side about 5 minutes more.

Add remaining butter and oil to the skillet with the mushrooms. Add additional garlic to taste. Toss and cook for about 1 minute. Drain orzo reserving about 1/2 cup cooking water. Add orzo and a splash or two of cooking water as desired to the skillet. Add spinach and green onions and mix well. Cook until warmed through 3 to 5 minutes more. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and season with salt and pepper.