Beef Youvetsi with Orzo
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Greek · 140 min · Beef · high-protein
474 cal
30g protein
48g carbs
18g fat
per serving · estimated
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb beef stew chuck, cubed
- 1/2 cup orzo pasta
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 1/4 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 cup grated kefalotyri cheese
Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)
- Brown the beef cubes in olive oil in a Dutch oven, then add diced onion and garlic.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, allspice, and broth, cover, and simmer gently 90 minutes to 2 hours, until the beef is truly tender.
- Stir in the orzo and add more broth or water if needed.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake uncovered at 375F for 20 minutes until the orzo is plump.
- Sprinkle with cheese and serve hot.
Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.
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