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Tuscan Meatballs and Orzo / Belkys
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· June 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Italian flavors make any dinner taste great, and we have a dish from Tuscany that you are sure to love! That’s what’s on the menu today as we grab a Bite with Belkys. Ingredients: Your favorite brand of frozen meatballs: beef, turkey or chicken 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, in oil 1 tablespoon tomato
Key takeaway Add the sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, salt, oregano, black pepper and red chili flakes to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Why this matters in The Miami
In Miami's diverse culinary landscape, Italian flavors are a staple in many neighborhoods, including Little Havana and Brickell. This Tuscan Meatballs and Orzo dish is a great example of how Italian cuisine can be adapted and enjoyed in a Miami home. With its rich flavors and hearty ingredients, it's a perfect comfort food for a rainy day or a casual dinner gathering. Miami's strong Latin American and Caribbean influences also mean that many locals are familiar with bold flavors and spices, making this dish a great fit for the city's palate. Additionally, the use of orzo pasta and sun-dried tomatoes adds a Mediterranean twist that will appeal to Miami's health-conscious and food-savvy residents. As the city continues to grow and evolve, it's dishes like this that showcase the diversity and richness of Miami's culinary scene.
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Category: food ·
Published: June 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Italian flavors make any dinner taste great, and we have a dish from Tuscany that you are sure to love! That’s what’s on the menu today as we grab a Bite with Belkys. Ingredients: Your favorite brand of frozen meatballs: beef, turkey or chicken 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, in oil 1 tablespoon tomato
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