Orzo with raisins

1 lb orzo pasta , uncooked 1 tablespoon sesame oil 4 carrots , cut into thin strips 2 cups raisins 1 cup sunflower seeds , toasted 2 tablespoons chopped fresh[...]

4 cups milk 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup orzo pasta 1 large egg , beaten 2 tablespoons raisins 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract grated[...]

1/2 cup chopped green onion (both white & green parts) 2 cloves garlic , finely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach ,[...]