====== Orzo with Butternut Squash, Spinach, Blue Cheese ======
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===== Ingredients =====
  * 2 1/2 cups cubed butternut squash (1/4-inch cubes)
  * 3 tablespoons olive oil
  * 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  * 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  * 1 cup regular or whole-wheat orzo
  * 2 cups shredded spinach
  * 2 tablespoons olive oil
  * 1 clove garlic, minced
  * 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles
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===== Info =====
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  * [[https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-orzo-with-winter-squash-spinach-amp-blue-cheese-212068|Source]]


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===== Directions =====
  - Preheat oven to 425˚F. Toss butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Spread into a single layer on a sheet tray. Bake until squash is tender and starting to brown, 35 to 40 minutes. (Squash can be roasted up to 5 days ahead and kept refrigerated. Rewarm before serving.)
  - Place the spinach in a large bowl and set aside. In a small skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil until just warm. Stir in garlic, remove from heat, and allow to sit until ready to use.
  - Place the orzo in a pot and cover with at least 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until tender but not mushy, 8 to 9 minutes. Drain and immediately pour the hot orzo on top of the spinach. Let sit for a few minutes to slightly wilt spinach.
  - Add butternut squash to the pasta, along with the blue cheese and garlic olive oil. Toss until well-combined and serve warm.

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