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Prep Time : 15min
Cook Time : 15min
Course : Entree, Pasta
Type of Prep : Simmer
Cuisine : Greek
Occasion : Fall, Family Dinner, Winter
 
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Beefy Greek Skillet

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This simple one dish recipe uses orzo pasta, tomatoes, ground beef, and feta cheese for a delicious Greek inspired meal.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1-1/4 cups water
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives

PREPARATION:

Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in large skillet. Drain well. Add bell pepper, pasta, tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, oregano, cinnamon, salt and pepper; stir to combine, making sure pasta is covered by liquid.

Heat to boiling, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 11-13 minutes, stirring frequently, until orzo is tender. Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese and olives over casserole. Cover and let stand 2-4 minutes until cheese is melted. 5 servings

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