One-Pot Beef Orzo Bolognese

Step 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.

Step 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.

• ×2Carrots, coarsely grated
• 3 clovesGarlic, finely chopped

Step 3 · Combine Ingredients

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

• 2 tbspWorcestershire Sauce
• 700 mlPassata
• 400 gOrzo, dried

Step 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.

• 400 gOrzo, dried

Step 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.

• 100 gParmesan, finely grated