Description
Hearty Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is a comforting and delectable dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This recipe features tender ground beef simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce, combined with chewy orzo pasta and fresh spinach. The result is a well-rounded meal that not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides essential nutrients. With its quick preparation time and flavorful ingredients, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dining table. Whether you’re hosting a potluck or preparing a weeknight meal, Hearty Ground Beef Orzo is versatile enough to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean minced beef
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 can (14 ounces) tomato sauce
- 3/4 cup beef stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the minced beef and diced onion until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian herbs; cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add dry orzo, tomato sauce, beef stock, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce; mix well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted; stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg