Hearty Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce
Hearty Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender ground beef, creamy tomato sauce, and orzo pasta into one satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot wonder delivers rich flavors and a creamy texture that everyone will love. In just 35 minutes, you can have a warm bowl of goodness ready to delight your taste buds. It’s not only quick and easy to prepare but also customizable—making it a versatile addition to your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
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, brown the minced beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for an additional minute.
- Add orzo pasta, tomato sauce, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently. Cook until orzo is tender and creamy, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg