Beefy Greek Skillet

Utensils: Large skillet

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 15 oz. can tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1-1/4 cups water
• 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced olives

Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in large skillet. Drain well. Add bell pepper, pasta, tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, oregano, cinnamon, salt and pepper; stir to combine, making sure pasta is covered by liquid.  Heat to boiling, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 11-13 minutes, stirring frequently, until orzo is tender. Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese and olives over casserole. Cover and let stand 2-4 minutes until cheese is melted. 5 servings