Youvetsi (Orzo with Beef)
Slow-braised beef simmers in a warm tomato-wine sauce until tender, finishing with tender orzo that soaks up the juices for a comforting, family-style Greek bake. The dish balances rich, savory meat with bright tomato and a hint of cinnamon for a comforting, aromatic finish.
2 ½ lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
3 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
4 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup red wine
1 can crushed tomatoes
3 cup beef stock, hot
2 cup orzo
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp butter
4 oz grated kefalotyri or parmesan
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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