Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pot meal, this Ground Beef and Orzo recipe is a perfect combination of tender orzo pasta, seasoned ground beef, and a savory broth. Quick to make and full of comforting flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef and Orzo:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Prepare Onion and Spices: Add diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Add Orzo and Broth: Stir in uncooked orzo, beef broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in spinach (if using) and Parmesan cheese. Cook until spinach wilts and cheese melts. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or stir in cream for a richer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
