Dinner: Bacon Shrimp Orzo

Recipe by Lauren Miyashiro Smoky bacon brings tons of flavor to this creamy pasta.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon, Basil

Health benefits of Bacon Shrimp Orzo

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, chopped
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 1/2 c. orzo
1/2 c. dry white wine
3 c. chicken stock
1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 c. grated Parmesan
2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1/4 c. heavy cream
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

In a Dutch oven, or heavy-bottomed medium saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel–lined plate and reserve fat in the pan.
Add onion to pan and cook until translucent and beginning to soften. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add orzo and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to coat the orzo. Add wine and cook until almost absorbed, then slowly stir in chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, lower the heat, and cover. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. The liquid should be mostly absorbed and the orzo tender. Remove from heat; stir in bacon, Parmesan, basil, lemon zest, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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