Hearty Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce
Hearty Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that brings a harmonious blend of flavors and textures to your dinner table. This one-pot dish features tender orzo pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy tomato sauce, complemented by seasoned ground beef. Whether you’re hosting family dinners or enjoying a quiet night in, this delightful meal is quick to prepare and satisfying for all ages. Pair it with a fresh salad or warm garlic bread for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- 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
- 1/2 medium diced onion
- 3–4 minced garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add minced beef and diced onion, cooking until browned.
- Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian herbs, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add dry orzo pasta, tomato sauce, and beef stock; stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach until the spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg