One-Pot Lemon Leek Orzo

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice a leek into half moons and wash it thoroughly.
  2. 2Thinly slice a small lemon, deseeding as you go.
  3. 3Mince some garlic.
  4. 4Heat olive oil in a big saucepan.
  5. 5Add the leeks, lemon, and a big pinch of salt to the saucepan.
  6. 6Cook these down until caramelized, being careful not to burn them.
  7. 7Stir in the garlic, black pepper, and orzo, then toast everything together.
  8. 8Deglaze the pan with a bit of wine.
  9. 9Add water and a veggie bouillon cube.
  10. 10Cook and stir constantly until it gets super creamy.
  11. 11Stir in some white beans and spinach to complete the meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 entire lemon, rind and all
  • 1 leek, sliced into half moons
  • 1 garlic, minced
  • olive oil
  • 1 big pinch salt
  • 1 black pepper
  • 1 orzo
  • 1 bit wine
  • 1 water
  • 1 veggie bouillon cube
  • 1 white beans
  • 1 spinach

Equipment

big saucepan

Tips

  • Thinly slice the lemon so it cooks down well.
  • Be careful not to burn the leeks and lemon, though some light charring adds flavor.