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Sausage and Orzo Soup Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Sausage and Orzo Soup is a hearty and flavorful Italian-inspired soup featuring savory Italian sausage, tender orzo pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a rich chicken broth. This comforting soup is easy to prepare and perfect for chilly days or a satisfying family meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 oz Italian sausage, sliced or crumbled
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for cooking the sausage and vegetables.
  2. Cook the sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it up if crumbled.
  3. Sauté vegetables: Stir in the diced onion, carrot, and celery, cooking until they become soft and fragrant.
  4. Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for about 1 minute until aromatic but not browned.
  5. Add broth and bring to boil: Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Add orzo and seasoning: Stir in the orzo pasta and Italian seasoning, then lower the heat to a simmer.
  7. Simmer until tender: Let the soup simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the orzo pasta is tender and cooked through.
  8. Add spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and incorporated.
  9. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.

Notes

  • Use turkey sausage as a leaner alternative for a lighter soup.
  • Add extra vegetables like zucchini or diced tomatoes to increase the vegetable content and flavor.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/sausage-and-orzo-soup-recipe/