Orzo with Greens and Meatballs

This is what we need to feed four

* 1 bag of frozen Italian meatballs, I get mine from Aldi of course.
* 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 bunch collard greens, thinly sliced into ribbons
* 6-7 sundried tomatoes, thinly sliced
* 1/3 cup chicken stock
* juice from half a lemon
* 2 Tbs. butter
* 1/2 cup grated parmesan
* 1 cup orzo
* pinch of salt

This is how we do it ...

Take the meatballs. Brown them in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until brown . Set aside.

Back in the skillet, add the oil, garlic, collard ribbons and sundried tomato slivers. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and sauté for a couple of minutes. Add the stock and let it bubble for just a sec. Add the sausage and lemon juice. Toss toss.

In the meantime, boil the orzo in a pot of salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, and transfer the rest of the pasta into the skillet. Off the heat, add the butter and cheese. Toss it all together until melted and coated and ridiculous. Taste for any adjustments. Salt?  Pepper .  Add more if needed.