Description
This Ground Beef Orzo recipe is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that is perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender orzo pasta cooked in a savory beef and tomato broth with seasoned ground beef, finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
- Cook onion and garlic: Add diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Cook ground beef: Add ground beef, breaking it up and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Add tomato paste and tomatoes: Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook orzo: Stir in orzo, cover, and cook for 12–15 minutes until tender. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add heavy cream or shredded mozzarella at the end.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a lighter alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
