Ground Beef Orzo With Tomato Cream Sauce Recipe
This ground beef orzo with tomato cream sauce is a perfect blend of savory beef, tender orzo, fresh spinach, and a rich tomato cream sauce. It's an easy one-pot dinner, ideal for busy weeknights. Keywords: ground beef orzo, tomato cream sauce, easy one-pot dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce
- 3/4 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (packed)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the orzo, tomato sauce, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
- Reduce heat, then add the heavy cream and parmesan. Stir until well combined.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg