BEEFED-UP SPANISH ORZO

Beefed-Up Spanish Orzo image

Provided by yooper

Categories Meat

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb mushroom, coarsely chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 cup salsa
sliced pimento stuffed olive, for garnish

Steps:

Cook orzo according to package directions; drain, and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over high heat.
Add beef, mushrooms, onion, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and beef is no longer pink, stirring frequently.
Add cooked orzo, spaghetti sauce, and salsa.
Reduce heat to low and cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until heated through, stirring frequently.
Garnish with olives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 927.5, Fat 30.8, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 1483.3, Carbohydrate 118.4, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 25, Protein 43.2