Description
Cheeseburger Orzo Delight is a flavorful fusion of classic cheeseburger ingredients combined with tender orzo, creating a comforting and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup orzo pasta
1 pound ground beef (or turkey for a leaner option)
1 small onion
finely chopped
2 cloves garlic
minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup pickles
chopped
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley
chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, pickles, ketchup, mustard, and season with salt and pepper to taste, cooking until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with a meat alternative or mushrooms. Adjust the seasoning as needed for your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30g
Keywords: cheeseburger, orzo, pasta, ground beef, casserole, American cuisine