Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spinach Orzo

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

orzo pasta

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 1/2 tsp

minced garlic

salt and pepper

2 tsp

flour

1 cup

milk (I used fat free half & half)

2/3 cup

fresh spinach, roughly chopped

1/2 cup

shredded parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping

optional: fresh lemon zest, grated parmesan cheese, and cracked black pepper for topping