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ground beef & orzo soup

(4 ratings)
Meave avatar
Recipe by
Amy H.
@Meave
Detroit, MI

This is a nice hearty soup that's really simple to make. You can substitute fresh tomatoes for the canned if you prefer. This recipe will create a really delicious week night meal your family will love!

(4 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ground beef & orzo soup

  • 1 1/2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1
    medium onion, chopped
  • 4 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 can
    (28 oz.) tomatoes, undrained
  • 8 c
    water
  • 8
    beef bouillon, cubes
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/2 c
    orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 2 c
    frozen peas & carrot mix
  • 1 can
    corn, drained

How To Make ground beef & orzo soup

  • 1
    Cook beef, onion, and garlic in large saucepan over medium-high heat until beef is brown, stirring to separate meat; Drain fat.
  • 2
    Puree' tomatoes with juice in covered blender or food processor. Add tomatoes, water, bouillon cubes and pepper to meat mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 20 minutes.
  • 3
    Add orzo and vegetables, simmer 15 minutes more. Serve with crusty bread.
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