Savory Beef Sausage Orzotto: Quick Comfort Food Delight
Savory beef Sausage Orzotto is the ultimate comfort food that turns an ordinary weeknight dinner into a culinary experience. This creamy, one-pot dish combines the rich flavors of beef sausage with tender orzo pasta, resulting in a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for families or gatherings. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it offers a delightful blend of textures and can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef sausage
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 medium onion
- 1 stalk celery
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and chopped celery until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the beef sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the orzo until well mixed with the meat and vegetables.
- Gradually pour in the stock and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg