Greek Sloppy Joes with Feta & Whole-Wheat Orzo

 Ingredients:

• 5 oz. whole wheat orzo (3/4 cup)
• 4 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 lb. lean ground sirloin
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 3 tbsp. tomato paste
• 4 tbsp. crumbled feta cheese
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced

Makes 4 Servings 

1. Bring a medium saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package directions. Drain well. 
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. 
3. Add the beef and break up with a spoon. Sprinkle with oregano, cayenne, and cinnamon. Cook until the beef is almost browned but still a little pink, about 3 minutes. 
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and their juice, tomato paste, and 1/4 cup water. Simmer until the sauce is thickened and flavorful, about 10 minutes. 
5. Divide the orzo evenly among 4 bowls and ladle the beef mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon feta and some scallion. 

WW POINTS VALUE: 6 pts. without the orzo, 8 pts. with the orzo

Note: This recipe appears in the South Beach Diet Super Quick Cookbook. Sloppy Joes are a wonderful comfort food when they are done right. These Sloppy Joes have a Greek flare to them and they are quite delicious. The whole wheat orzo takes place of the traditional bun and also give the Sloppy Joes a Mediterranean fare. These guilty pleasure comfort foods will become a new favorite at your table for lunch or dinner.