Greek Beef and Orzo

The coolness of the yogurt nicely compliments the spiciness in this Mediterranean dish. ...MORE + LESS -

1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef

1 can (14 oz/398 mL) stewed tomatoes, undrained

1 medium celery stalk, sliced (1/2 cup/125 mL)

1/2 cup (125 mL) uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta

1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt

1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground red pepper (cayenne)

1/2 cup (125 mL) plain low-fat yogurt

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Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium-high about 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; drain.
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Stir in remaining ingredients except yogurt. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed and pasta is tender. Serve with yogurt.

Did You Know? : In Italian, orzo literally means "barley", but it is actually a tiny, rice-shaped pasta.
Purchasing: Find orzo in the pasta aisle at your local grocery store.