Beef and Pork Ragù
with Orzo and Cheesy Toasts- Wheat
- Barley
- Milk
In this meal, savoury beef and pork mix, spinach and crushed tomatoes are the building blocks of a delicious sauce that gets paired with buttery orzo pasta. We can't forget a side of cheesy garlic bread for scooping up every morsel!
Ingredients
250 g
Ground Beef and Pork Mix
170 g
Orzo
(Contains: Wheat)
1 unit(s)
Ciabatta Roll
(Contains: Wheat, Barley)
28 g
Baby Spinach
½ cup
White Cheddar Cheese, shredded
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit(s)
Crushed Tomatoes
1 tbsp
Italian Seasoning
1 tsp
Garlic Salt
56 g
Onion, chopped
Not included in your delivery
1 tbsp
Unsalted Butter*
(Contains: Milk)
½ tsp
Sugar*
1 tbsp
Oil*
0.13 tsp
Salt*
0.13 tsp
Pepper*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, preheat oven to 450˚F.Wash and dry all produce.Add 6 cups water and 1 tsp salt to a medium pot (use same for 4 ppl). Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Add orzo to the boiling water. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 10-12 min.Reserve 1/4 cup (1/2 cup) pasta water and set aside. Drain and return orzo to the same pot, off heat. Add 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter. Stir until melted, 1 min. Cover and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. When hot, add 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) oil, then onions and beef and pork mix. Cook, breaking up meat into smaller pieces, until no pink remains and onions are softened, 4-5 min.** Season with pepper and 1/4 tsp (1/2 tsp) garlic salt.
Add crushed tomatoes, Italian Seasoning and 1/2 tsp (1 tsp) sugar to the pot. Season with pepper and 1/2 tsp (1 tsp) garlic salt.Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly, 3-4 min.
Meanwhile, halve ciabatta.Place ciabatta cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) oil. Season with pepper, 1/4 tsp (1/2 tsp) garlic salt, then sprinkle with half the cheese. Bake in the middle of the oven until golden-brown and cheese has melted, 4-6 min. (TIP: Keep an eye on ciabatta so they don't burn!)
Roughly chop spinach.Add spinach and sauce to the pot with orzo. (TIP: For a lighter sauce consistency, add reserved pasta water, 1-2 tbsp at a time, if desired.) Stir until spinach has wilted slightly, 1-2 min.
Cut cheesy toasts into triangles.Divide beef and pork ragù between plates. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.Serve toasts alongside.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavor: Many enjoyed the dish's comforting taste, though some found it a bit bland and suggested adding more seasoning or spices for depth.
- Ease of prep: Quick and simple to make, with several mentioning it's great for busy nights or cooking with kids.
- Suggestions: Consider reducing salt, adding more vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms, and including chili flakes for extra kick.
- Portions: Some found it filling with leftovers, while others wished for more orzo or a second bun per serving.
- Texture: The orzo received mixed reviews; try offering alternative pasta options for those who prefer a different texture.
