Beef Orzo Meal (Print Version)
Rich ground beef and orzo come together with parmesan and herbs for a simple, weeknight family meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 garlic cloves, chopped
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1 medium onion, chopped up
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200 g orzo noodles
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450 g lean minced beef
→ Liquids and Seasonings
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Pinch of black pepper, add according to taste
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Salt, adjust as you like
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1 teaspoon Italian blend spice
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1 teaspoon paprika
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30 g tomato concentrate
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480 ml broth, your choice of vegetable or beef
→ Finishing Touch
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40 g Parmesan, finely shredded
# Steps:
01 -
Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan so it melts and things get creamy. Taste and toss in more salt and pepper if you need before you dish it up.
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Add the orzo and broth, give it all a good mix. Let it start to bubble, then drop the heat down, lay on the lid, and let it cook low for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir it halfway. When orzo is done and most of the broth is gone, you’re good.
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Time for tomato paste, paprika, and those herbs. Stir them in and keep everything moving around for a couple more minutes, until you can smell all the goodness.
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Drop in the ground beef, break it apart with your spoon, and let it cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Once it’s brown, pour off any extra fat if there’s a lot.
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Splash some olive oil into your big pan and warm it over medium. Toss in the onion and garlic. Stir them around for about 3 or 4 minutes till they soften up a bit.
# Notes:
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Want more flavor? Swap half the broth for red wine. After the stovetop part, let the orzo relax in the pan (no heat) for about 3 minutes—this makes it just right.