Description
A comforting and flavorful one-pot meal featuring orzo pasta in a rich and creamy Bolognese sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Bolognese:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, grated or finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Orzo:
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup whole milk or cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Bolognese: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add Ingredients: Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Pour in orzo and beef broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in milk or cream, cook for 2 more minutes. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken.
- Add spinach or peas for extra veggies.
- This dish thickens as it sits, add broth or milk when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
