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One Pot Creamy Orzo and Beef

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A comforting and easy one-pot meal featuring tender ground beef, creamy orzo pasta, and a flavorful blend of herbs and spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
3 cups beef broth
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the orzo pasta to the pot and stir to coat it with the beef mixture.
Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the milk, grated Parmesan cheese, and butter until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until heated through and creamy.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately.