Description
This creamy ground beef orzo recipe is not only delicious but also a wholesome meal perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the orzo and Italian seasoning, allowing it to toast slightly.
- Pour in the beef broth, bringing everything to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg