Description
A comforting dish of tender beef and orzo pasta, reminiscent of cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef, cubed
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated cheese (Kefalotyri or Parmesan) for topping
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, oregano, cinnamon, and browned beef back into the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 90 to 120 minutes until the beef is tender.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Serve topped with grated cheese, and enjoy with crusty bread and a Greek salad.
Notes
For a healthier version, use leaner cuts of beef or substitute with turkey or chicken. Adding more vegetables can enhance nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Beef, Giouvetsi, Greek, Pasta, Comfort Food