Description
Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is a heartwarming dish that combines tender orzo and savory ground beef enveloped in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, bringing family and friends together around the dinner table. With its delightful flavors and vibrant colors, it’s a feast for both the palate and the eyes, sure to impress everyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Increase heat slightly; add ground beef. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add orzo with enough water or broth to cover it by an inch. Cook until orzo is al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat and slowly stir in heavy cream; let simmer until slightly thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Fold in grated Parmesan cheese until melted; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg