Spinach Feta Orzo - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup orzo pasta
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 green onions, chopped
10 ounces fresh spinach leaves or 10 ounces thawed frozen chopped spinach
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Preparation

Boil water in a saucepan. Add orzo and boil uncovered for about 8 or 9 minutes.
While the orzo is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, red pepper, and onions. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add spinach and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
Drain orzo and add to spinach mixture. Toss in lemon juice, salt, and feta cheese. Stir well.