This savory ground beef orzo is a cozy, one-pot dinner featuring rich tomato flavor, aromatic herbs, and tender pasta—perfect for busy nights and chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup orzo pasta
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1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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2 ½ cups beef or chicken broth
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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1 bay leaf (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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⅓ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
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Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Heat oil in a deep skillet. Brown the beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté onion for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
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Return beef to the pan. Stir in tomatoes, broth, oregano, thyme, paprika, and bay leaf.
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Bring to a simmer, then stir in orzo. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove bay leaf. Stir in Parmesan, season to taste, and let rest before serving.