Spicy Shrimp, Cheesy Orzo and Roasted Green Beans

Ingredients

  • Salt

  • 1/2 pound orzo pasta

  • 1 1/4 pounds green beans

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)

  • Pepper

  • 1/4 pound chorizo or other spicy sausage, chopped

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 small jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped

  • 1 large clove garlic, grated or finely chopped

  • 1 pound shrimp, deveined

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • One can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)

  • 1 cup grated manchego cheese

  • 1/3 cup chopped flat leaf parsley (a generous handful)

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the orzo and cook until al dente. Drain and transfer to a bowl.

While the pasta is working, pre-heat the oven to 400°F. Spread the green beans on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons EVOO; season with salt and pepper. Roast until browned and tender, 12-15 minutes.

In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 tablespoon EVOO, 1 turn of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook for 1 minute. Add the onion, bell pepper, jalapeño and garlic, season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Season the shrimp with the paprika and add to the mixture. Add the tomatoes and cook until the shrimp are pink and firm, 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon EVOO , the cheese and parsley.

Serve the spicy shrimp with the orzo and green beans.