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Ground Beef Orzo Recipe

Ground Beef Orzo Recipe
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4.7 from 12 reviews

This savory Ground Beef Orzo dish is a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal that combines tender orzo pasta with seasoned ground beef, nutritious spinach, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a satisfying weeknight supper.

Ingredients

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For the Ground Beef:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef

For the Orzo:

  • 1 cup orzo pasta

For the Base:

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with herbs
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (or other greens)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Sauté onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Cook ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
  4. Simmer flavors: Stir in minced garlic and canned tomatoes; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add orzo and broth: Add orzo and beef broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Finish with spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and Italian seasoning until spinach wilts (about 1 minute).

Notes

  • You can customize the greens in this dish based on your preference.
  • Feel free to add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top before serving for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Ground Beef Orzo, One-Pan Meal, Pasta Recipe, Easy Dinner

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