{"id":"5d30f0a3-2a70-494a-9240-fd663ad8137d","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/5d30f0a3-2a70-494a-9240-fd663ad8137d","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a62830811/best-meatball-parm-orzo-recipe/","title":"Meatball Parm Orzo","description":"This meatball Parm orzo has all the makings of your favorite weeknight meal with all the heartiness and flavor of a meatball sub in a simple one-pot pasta.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT45M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 lb. ground beef","item":"ground beef","quantity":1,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 large egg","item":"large egg","quantity":1},{"text":"1 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1/2 cup)","item":"Parmesan, finely grated","quantity":1,"unit":"oz","preparation":"about 1/2 cup"},{"text":"1/4 c. Italian breadcrumbs","item":"Italian breadcrumbs","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 tbsp. coarsely chopped fresh basil","item":"coarsely chopped fresh basil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. heavy cream","item":"heavy cream","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. Italian seasoning or dried oregano","item":"Italian seasoning or dried oregano","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"Kosher salt","item":"Kosher salt"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper","item":"Freshly ground black pepper"},{"text":"2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil","item":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 (28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes","item":"(28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes","quantity":1},{"text":"1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"10 oz. orzo (about 1 1/4 cups)","item":"orzo","quantity":10,"unit":"oz","preparation":"about 1 1/4 cups"},{"text":"1 tbsp. unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 1/2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 3/4 cup), divided","item":"Parmesan, finely grated (about 3/4 cup)","quantity":1.5,"unit":"oz","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1/2 c. shredded mozzarella","item":"shredded mozzarella","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Fresh basil leaves, for serving","item":"Fresh basil leaves, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a large bowl, combine beef, egg, Parmesan, bread crumbs, basil, cream, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using); season with salt and black pepper. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix until well combined. Using a large cookie scoop or spoon, portion mixture into 15 meatballs (about 3 Tbsp. each).","section":"Meatballs"},{"number":2,"text":"In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes.","section":"Meatballs"},{"number":3,"text":"Turn on broiler. In a large bowl, crush tomatoes with your hands or a potato masher.","section":"Sauce & Pasta"},{"number":4,"text":"Add tomatoes and their juices, Italian seasoning, and 3 cups water to meatballs; season with salt and black pepper and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Transfer meatballs to a large plate. Add orzo to sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.","section":"Sauce & Pasta"},{"number":5,"text":"Stir in butter and 1/2 cup Parmesan until melted. Return meatballs to skillet and top with mozzarella and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.","section":"Sauce & Pasta"},{"number":6,"text":"Broil, watching closely, until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Top with basil.","section":"Sauce & Pasta"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:16.796975+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:16.796975+00:00"}