Description
Creamy and comforting, this Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is a delicious one-pot meal that is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. The savory flavors of beef, tomatoes, and herbs come together with creamy Parmesan sauce to create a dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups beef broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and sauté onion: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened.
- Cook ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add seasonings and orzo: Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add orzo, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer until orzo is tender.
- Finish with cream and cheese: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy. Simmer to thicken if needed. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- For added veggies, stir in spinach or peas during the last few minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
