Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
16 unit

orzo pasta

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 lb

ground beef

0.5 lb

mushroom

coarsely chopped

1 unit

onion

chopped

1.5 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

black pepper

28 unit

spaghetti sauce

1 cup

salsa

1 unit

pimento stuffed olive

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Cook orzo according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain cooked orzo and set aside.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Add ground beef, mushrooms, onion, garlic powder, and black pepper to the skillet.

Step 5
~3 min

Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender and beef is no longer pink.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the cooked orzo, spaghetti sauce, and salsa to the skillet.

Step 7
~3 min

Reduce heat to low.

Step 8
~3 min

Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until heated through.

Step 9
~3 min

Garnish with sliced pimento stuffed olives.

Step 10
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Use a good quality spaghetti sauce for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

A fusion of Spanish and Italian cuisine, showcasing the versatility of pasta dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Casual
Family Dinner
Weeknight

Popularity Score

65/100

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