Creamy Orzo with Sausage & Veggies

What you need:

• 1 Tbsp. EVOO
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds, then quartered
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 lb. ground chicken sausage
• 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 Tbsp. heavy cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Heat EVOO over medium high heat in a large pot. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2. Add onion, zucchini, bell pepper, and continue to cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often.
3. Add sausage and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Add orzo and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
5. Once boiling, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 10 minutes.
6. Stir in tomatoes and cream. Salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2 to 3 more minutes.

Recipe slightly adapted from Tastes Better From Scratch