Beefed-Up Spanish Orzo

A skillet supper that comes together in a matter of minutes!

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 lb mushroom, coarsely chopped
• 1  onion, chopped
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (28 ounce) jar  spaghetti sauce
• 1  cup salsa
•  sliced  pimento stuffed olive, for garnish

Directions

1. Cook orzo according to package directions; drain, and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over high heat.
3. Add beef, mushrooms, onion, garlic powder, and black pepper.
4. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and beef is no longer pink, stirring frequently.
5. Add cooked orzo, spaghetti sauce, and salsa.
6. Reduce heat to low and cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until heated through, stirring frequently.
7. Garnish with olives and serve.