Lemon Pepper Orzo Casserole (dump & Bake Dinner)
  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large (9x13 inch or similar) casserole dish.

  2. Dump: To the prepared dish, dump in 1 lb orzo*, 2 cups chopped asparagus, 3 cups vegetable broth, 1 cup heavy cream, 4 cloves garlic (minced), 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning, ½ tsp each salt, mustard powder, and ¼ tsp ground black pepper.Optionally stir in 1 15-oz can chickpeas (drained).

  3. Bake: Stir to combine then cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes*, or until orzo is al dente (mostly tender but still has a little firmness in the middle).

  4. Stir Ins: Stir in ½ cup grated parmesan cheese and 2 handfuls fresh spinach. Return to the oven, uncovered, for 5 to 10 minutes. Orzo should be tender when finished.

  5. Serve warm with crusty bread on the side!

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥕Vegetarian...

Category🥘Casserole

CuisineMediterranean

Occasions📆Everyday👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family Meal

Season🌸Spring

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 45m

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