Cozy Ground Beef Orzo Recipe for Quick Comfort Food Nights

Discover this Ground Beef Orzo Recipe, a cozy dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef and Pasta

1 pound Ground Beef Choose lean for less grease.
1 cup Orzo Pasta Can be substituted with whole wheat or gluten-free.

For the Aromatics

1 Medium Onion Sauté until translucent.
2 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best flavor.

For the Flavor Base

4 cups Broth (Beef or Vegetable) Prefer low-sodium.
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Use double concentrated for richer flavor.
1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust for taste.
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adjust for taste.

For the Finish

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Brown for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
Stir in tomato paste, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Pour in broth and add rinsed orzo. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway.
Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with extra broth if necessary.

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