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A vibrant plated dish featuring tender ground beef and orzo pasta topped with a creamy tomato sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, in a rustic bowl with a creamy and savory appearance, highlighting the rich textures and warm colors.

Savory Ground Beef Orzo with Rich Tomato Cream Sauce

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A flavorful and easy-to-make ground beef orzo pasta dish coated in a rich tomato cream sauce, topped with fresh herbs.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook orzo in boiling salted water until al dente, drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in tomato sauce and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
  5. Add cooked orzo to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Notes

  • You can add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Use grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 530 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg