One-Pot Beef Orzo Bolognese
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One-Pot Beef Orzo Bolognese

This one-pot beef orzo bolognese is a high-protein meal that's perfect for families. Vegetables are grated into the sauce, making it a nutritious option for both adults and children. The dish is quick to prepare, taking only 20 to 25 minutes, and requires just one large, deep saucepan or casserole for cooking.

A quick and nutritious one-pot meal with grated vegetables and high protein content, perfect for families.

Serves 2 adults + 4 children

~30 min

Ingredients

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 tbsp
  • Ground Beef750 g
  • Onions, finely diced×1
  • Carrots, coarsely grated×2
  • Garlic, finely chopped3 cloves
  • Tomato Paste2 tbsp
  • Dried Oregano2 tsp
  • Worcestershire Sauce2 tbsp
  • Passata700 ml
  • Beef Stock, or water650 ml
  • Orzo, dried400 g
  • Fine Salt, plus more only if needed½ tsp
  • Parmesan, finely grated100 g

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef

    Heat the oil in a large, deep pan over high heat. Add the beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it up, until browned.

  2. Cook Vegetables and Aromatics

    Add the onion and carrots and cook for 3 minutes. Add the garlic, tomato purée and oregano and stir for 30 seconds.

  3. Combine Ingredients

    Add the Worcestershire sauce, passata, stock or water, orzo and salt. Bring to a boil.

  4. Simmer the Orzo

    Reduce to a lively simmer and cook uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often, until the orzo is tender. Add a splash of hot water if the mixture becomes too thick before the orzo is cooked.

  5. Finish and Serve

    Remove from the heat and stir in half the Parmesan. Rest for 2 minutes, taste before adding more salt, and serve with the remaining Parmesan.

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