Description
Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender orzo pasta, lean ground beef, and a rich, creamy tomato sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families seeking both flavor and convenience. Its comforting creaminess and robust flavors are sure to please everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for a personalized touch, ensuring that every bite is satisfying. Enjoy this hearty dish as a quick dinner option that brings deliciousness to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 3/4 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Add chopped onion; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and optional spices; cook for about a minute until fragrant.
- Mix in tomato sauce, broth, cream, and Worcestershire sauce; bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and fresh spinach until combined; let sit covered for 3-5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg