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a plate of cooked meatballs, orzo and cherry tomatoes

Meatball and Cherry Tomato Orzo

A quick skillet meal that will wow both family and friends!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet with lid
  • 1 chef knife
  • 1 Spatula or Wooden Spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Orzo Pasta
  • 2 Cups Beef Broth
  • 1.5 Cup Cherry Tomatoes - sliced in half
  • 10 - 15 Meatballs
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Italian Cheese
  • 1 bunch Parsley - chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper - to taste

Instructions

  • Heat skillet over high heat
  • Turn heat down to medium high and add olive oil and orzo to skillet
  • Stir orzo continuously until just turning golden brown
  • Add the beef broth, salt and pepper, stir and bring to just boiling
  • Turn down heat to low and cover skillet for 9 minutes
  • While the orzo is cooking, slice your tomatoes, chop the parsley and shred the italian cheese
  • After the 9 minutes are up, stir the orzo. Add the sliced tomatoes and shredded cheese to the pan and stir
  • Nest the meatballs into the orzo and cover the pan for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld
  • Top with the chopped parsley and additional shredded cheese if desired
  • Serve!