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Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce

Creamy Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce Bliss

A comforting Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce that satisfies even picky eaters.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • ½ medium Onion, chopped Yellow onion recommended.
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • ½ tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste.
  • ½ tsp Italian Seasoning Mix of dried basil and oregano can be used.
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 1 cup Uncooked Orzo Pasta Substitute with short pasta like ditalini.
  • 14 oz Tomato Sauce Consider tomato puree for richness.
  • ¾ cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream Can substitute with half and half.
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as an alternative.
For the Finish
  • ½ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a sharper alternative.
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Kale or Swiss chard can be used as substitutions.
  • Salt & Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add the lean ground beef. Cook for about 5–6 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  2. Stir in the chopped onion and mix with the beef, cooking for another 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Incorporate the minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning into the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, beef broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring well. Raise heat to bring to a gentle bubble.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  6. Once orzo is tender, remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and baby spinach. Cover for 3–5 minutes to melt cheese and wilt spinach.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 2 months.

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