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Greek Orzo Bake

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
130 min
TOTAL TIME
150 min
SERVINGS
10 servings
Dinner Greek
Greek Orzo Bake
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 pounds cubed lamb stew meat
  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, pureed in a food processor
  • 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 pound uncooked orzo pasta
  • 3 cups hot water
Instructions
1
Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a substantial saucepan over a moderate flame; cook the meat until it is evenly browned on all sides, taking approximately 5 minutes. Introduce a mixture of pureed tomatoes, minced garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper into the saucepan. Cover it and let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to maintain evenness. Set the saucepan aside momentarily.
2
Preheat your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), which is equivalent to a moderate heat setting.
3
Melt butter in a medium-sized skillet over a moderate flame and add the orzo. Cook until it is slightly browned, taking around 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the orzo to a baking pan and spread it out evenly, ensuring uniform coverage.
4
Remove the meat from the saucepan and position it on top of the orzo. Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the meat, making sure to cover it completely. Add hot water to the mixture and cover with aluminum foil.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until all the water has been absorbed and the orzo is soft, taking approximately 1 hour. If the dish becomes too dry during this time, add more water to maintain a suitable consistency.