Orzo: Creamy Orzo With Roasted Butternut Squash And Spinach

Ingredients

• 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• Salt
• black pepper
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
• 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)