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one pot tomato beef orzo

One Pot Tomato Beef Orzo

Anna Chwistek
Immensely satisfying and so easy to make. Orzo and ground beef simmered together in a silky tomato sauce for a super hearty and ultra flavorful dinner. Top with chopped parsley, add plenty of grated Parmesan and dig in. Everyone in the house will enjoy this dish. Ready in 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4
Calories 639 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small brown onion finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup red wine optional
  • 5 ounces tomato paste
  • 1 cup orzo uncooked
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 ounces grated Parmesan
  • crushed red pepper flakes for serving

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil over medium and butter in a large nonstick skillet. Add ground beef and break it up into pieces. Cook until it starts to brown. Add garlic and onion. Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, thyme and cinnamon. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour in red wine, cook for 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste. Add orzo, stir until combined. Pour in 3 cups broth, add bay leaf and bring to a boil. Simmer over low for 10-15 minutes, until orzo is al dente (according to the package directions). Stir occasionally to prevent orzo from sticking to the bottom of your skillet. Add the remaining broth.
  • When ready, sprinkle with lemon juice and stir in grated parmesan. Taste and adjust salt. Finish off with chopped parsley, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 639kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 2062mgPotassium: 874mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1016IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 193mgIron: 5mg
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