Marry Me Shrimp and Orzo Pasta: A Romantic One-Pot Wonder

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined (approx. 450g)
• 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil (30ml; reserved from jar)
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (3g)
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (1g)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (2g)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (30g)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes (1g)
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth (720ml)
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (60ml)
• 8 ounces orzo pasta (about 2 cups uncooked; 225g)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (1g)
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and julienned (75g)
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (3g)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
• 2 cups baby spinach, packed (about 60g)
• Fresh parsley or basil leaves, minced or sliced, for garnish