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One Pot Orzo Bolognese

One Pot Orzo Bolognese is a hearty, comforting dish made with tender orzo pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce. It's a perfect weeknight meal that's easy to make and all done in one pot, saving you time on cleanup.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes 1 can
  • 3 cups beef broth low sodium or no sodium added
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  2. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the pot. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste until well combined with the meat, then add the diced tomatoes along with their juice. Mix well to integrate all the flavors.
  4. Add the beef broth to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, stir in the orzo. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let cook for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the Bolognese, creating a creamy texture.
  6. Ladle the orzo Bolognese into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

  • Use extra lean ground beef to reduce fat and keep the dish lighter.
  • Opt for low sodium beef broth to control the overall saltiness.
  • Stir the orzo occasionally while simmering to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
  • Freshly grate the Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • Garnish with fresh basil just before serving to keep it vibrant and aromatic.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 60mg (20%) Sodium 692mg (29%) Potassium 824mg (24%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2027IU (41%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 254mg (25%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 350kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 60mg 20%
Sodium 692mg 29%
Potassium 824mg 18%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2027IU 41%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 254mg 25%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.