Spinach Orzo

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons margarine
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 small carrot, coarsely shredded (1/2 cup)
• 1 carton (32 oz) Progresso® chicken broth (4 cups)
• 2 cups uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (12 ounces)
• 3 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Melt margarine in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic and carrot in margarine about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrot is tender.
2. Stir in broth, pasta and spinach. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broth is absorbed. Stir in remaining ingredients before serving.