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Creamy Pumpkin Garlic Orzo
This dairy-free, Creamy Pumpkin Garlic Orzo is the perfect savory, meatless, weeknight meal option for the entire family!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
2 cups Califia Farms Unsweetened Almond Creamer
1 cup orzo
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegan butter
1 cup kale, de-stemmed + chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Pinch of ground cinnamon
Your favorite nuts, toasted + chopped (optional)
Dried cranberries (optional)
Pumpkin seeds (optional)
Directions
01
In a medium saucepan or pot over medium-high heat, add the butter until melted.
02
Add in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until brown and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
03
Add in the salt, garlic powder, and parsley, stirring until combined.
04
Add in the orzo, Califia Farms Unsweetened Almond Creamer, and kale stirring everything together until combined.
05
Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes before reducing heat to low and letting it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
06
Once the orzo is soft, has swelled, and the liquid has mostly dried, remove from heat and serve immediately.
07
Top with your favorite chopped nuts, dried cranberry, and pumpkin seeds, if desired.
