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Creamy Baked Feta Orzo with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy baked orzo dish featuring creamy melted feta, fresh spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups uncooked orzo pasta (about 270g)
  • 8 ounces block of feta cheese (preferably full-fat)
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained (reserve some oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth (720ml)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease your baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
  3. Toss in the chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the uncooked orzo, wilted spinach and garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and place the block of feta cheese in the center.
  5. Pour in the broth, lemon juice, reserved sun-dried tomato oil, and sprinkle red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to mix without breaking up the feta too much.
  6. Pour everything into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with the feta nestled in the middle.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed and the feta softens into a creamy sauce.
  8. Once out of the oven, gently stir the dish to break up the feta and blend it into the orzo.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon if needed.

Notes

If orzo looks dry before fully cooked, add a splash of broth and cover loosely with foil for the last 5 minutes to steam. Use a block of feta instead of crumbled for creamier texture. Cook spinach just until wilted to keep it vibrant. Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes add more flavor; soak dry-packed in warm water before use. Add a drizzle of olive oil or fresh herbs before serving for extra flavor.

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Keywords: baked feta, orzo, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, creamy pasta, easy dinner, vegetarian, Mediterranean

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