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A vibrant plate of savory ground beef orzo with golden-brown seasoned beef, tender orzo pasta, fresh herbs garnished with parsley, served on a rustic wooden table with colorful vegetables in the background

Cozy Savory Ground Beef Orzo Dinner

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A flavorful, hearty dish featuring ground beef simmered with aromatic herbs and tender orzo pasta, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in orzo pasta and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet, mix well, and heat through.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • Use chicken or vegetable broth as a vegetarian alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 550 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg