Name: Custardy Baked Orzo with Spinach, Bacon, and Feta
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: salt; 1 c. orzo; 12 oz. thick-cut bacon; 1 1/2 lb. leeks; 10 oz. baby spinach; 8 oz. crumbled feta cheese; Freshly ground pepper; 4 large eggs; 1/2 c. plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 c. milk

Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large saucepan of salted boiling water, cook orzo until al dente. Drain and transfer to a medium bowl.

Step 2In a large skillet, cook bacon over moderate heat until browned, 8 minutes. Add leeks and cook until tender, 8 minutes. Add leek mixture to orzo, leaving 1 tablespoon of fat in skillet. Add spinach to skillet and cook until wilted; transfer to a colander and press out excess liquid. Add spinach to orzo, fold in feta and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3In a bowl, whisk eggs with yogurt and milk, season with pepper and stir into orzo. Scrape mixture into an oiled 12- by- 8-inch baking dish and bake for about 45 minutes, until eggs are set and the top is browned. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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