Thursday, October 7, 2010

Orzo Beef Stew

I believe this was a recipe from Publix Apron's Simple Meals. It's kind of 'semi-homemade', using several convenience items. That makes its quick and simple. And it feels nice and homey when the weather is cooler.




ORZO BEEF STEW

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup diced onions
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 cup matchstick carrots
1/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon (or packaged bacon pieces)
1 (17 ounce) package fully cooked beef roast au jus (Hormel)
1 (14 ounce) can Italian green beans, drained
1 cup beef broth (or 1/2 cup beef broth and 1/2 cup red wine)
1 cup orzo

Cook onions, mushrooms, carrots and bacon in olive oil in a large saucepan. Cook several minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender and begin to brown. Stir in meat, breaking it up with a spoon. Add green beans, broth and orzo. Stir. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

1 comment:

Mags @ the Other Side of 50 said...

I love this recipe. I stumbled across some whole wheat orzo a few months ago (can't remember where) and this recipe will be perfect with that.