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A vibrant plate featuring tender ground beef mixed with al dente orzo pasta, topped with a luscious tomato cream sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a white ceramic plate with a rustic wooden background, highlighting the creamy texture and colorful ingredients.

Creamy Ground Beef and Orzo Pasta with Tomato Sauce

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A comforting and flavorful ground beef orzo dish simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce, perfect for weeknights or family dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add ground beef, cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce and heavy cream, simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
  4. Add orzo pasta to the skillet, mix well, and cook until the orzo is tender and has absorbed some sauce, about 10 minutes.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can add grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness.
  • Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant flavor.
  • Adjust the cream and sauce quantities to suit your creaminess preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg