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Before you start cooking, I highly recommend prepping the leeks, garlic, and spices (mise en place) to help the cooking process go smoothly.
Prepare the orzo. Prepare the orzo according to package instructions. Once the orzo is done, drain in a colander and set aside.
In the same pan (I used a deep skillet), add the olive oil and heat on medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add in the leeks and minced garlic. Cook the aromatics for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic has just browned and the leeks are tender. Sprinkle in the spices, kosher salt, and butter. Stir and fry the spices for an additional 1 minute or until fragrant. Finally, add in the cashew milk and lemon juice. Stir the sauce and let it reach a soft boil.
Once the sauce has reached a soft boil and thickened slightly, add in the cooked orzo, butter beans, and spinach, and sprinkle over the nutritional yeast. Stir to combine and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. Let the orzo continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce is super creamy and the spinach has wilted.
Garnish the lemony leek orzo with fresh minced parsley and lemon zest.