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Ground Beef Orzo

Savory Ground Beef Orzo Dinner: Quick Comfort for All

Quick and satisfying ground beef orzo dish, perfect for hectic weeknights. This comforting meal features tender orzo, rich ground beef, and vibrant vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Can replace with couscous or ditalini.
For the Broth
  • 3 cups Beef Broth Can use chicken or vegetable broth for a lighter taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Fresh or canned works well; substitute with tomato sauce if desired.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Adjust to taste.
  • Salt & Pepper To taste.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Mix in the orzo pasta and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, then add oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cover for 2 minutes to melt.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with parsley or basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optionally add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

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