Shrimp, Spinach & Feta Orzo

By Joelene

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 1 clove(s) garlic
• 1 can(s) (28 oz) whole plum tomatoes
• 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• Kosher salt and pepper
• 1 pound(s) orzo
• 1 pound(s) medium peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1 bunch(es) spinach, thick stems discarded and leaves roughly chopped
• 4 ounce(s) feta, broken into small pieces

Preparation

Step 1

Pulse the carrot and garlic in a food processor until the garlic is finely chopped. Add the tomatoes and their juices, oil and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper and pulse until finely chopped.
Transfer the tomato mixture to a medium saucepan and simmer until thickened, 20 to 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
Add the shrimp to the sauce and simmer until opaque throughout, 3 to 4 minutes.
Toss the pasta with the sauce and spinach. Top with the feta.