Description
This One Pot Orzo Bolognese is a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s packed with flavor! Ground beef, fresh vegetables, and orzo pasta simmer together in a rich and savory tomato sauce. It’s a simple and satisfying dish that’s ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 1 pound ground beef (extra lean, if preferred)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 3 cups low-sodium or no-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables and Brown Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened. Increase heat to medium-high, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Add Tomato and Broth: Stir in tomato paste, then add diced tomatoes with their juice. Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Simmer with Orzo: Stir in orzo pasta. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
- Use extra lean ground beef for a lighter dish.
- Opt for low-sodium beef broth to control saltiness.
- Stir the orzo occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds the best flavor.
- Garnish with fresh basil just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg