Orzo with Marsala Mushrooms

Marsala mushrooms, spinach and hazelnuts make this orzo dish incredibly flavorful and elegant, while the parmesan and mascarpone both add a nice creaminess to the dish.

2 cups of uncooked orzo
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups cremini mushrooms, washed and dried
1/2 cup vegetable stock
3/4 cup marsala cooking wine
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup vegetarian parmesan
juice of 2 lemons
2/3 cup toasted hazelnuts

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