If you're looking for a hearty and comforting soup that's perfect for a cold winter day, beef and orzo soup is the perfect choice. This classic dish is made with tender beef, orzo pasta, and a flavorful broth that's packed with vegetables. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, mild or spicy, beef and orzo soup is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. There are many different recipes available online or in cookbooks, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BEEF AND ORZO SOUP
Make and share this Beef and Orzo Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lorac
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in 4-quart saucepan until sizzling.
- Add beef pieces, cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned (7 to 10 minutes).
- Add all remaining ingredients except cheese and parsley.
- Continue cooking until mixture comes to a boil (3 to 5 minutes).
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender (10 to 12 minutes).
- To serve, top each serving with cheese and garnish with parsley.
BEEF AND MUSHROOM SOUP WITH ORZO
This soup is best prepared in two installments. Make the broth one day, refrigerate overnight and remove any fat. Add the sautéed vegetables and orzo the next day.
Provided by Eva99
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 2h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large heavy saucepan.
- Brown the beef; add the onion and brown lightly on the cut side.
- Add the bay leaf and water.
- Heat over medium heat until almost boiling.
- For a clearer broth, do not let boil.
- Cook, uncovered, at a gentle simmer for 2 hours.
- Strain broth through a sieve lined with dampened paper towels.
- Chill overnight and finish soup next day or continue with recipe.
- Pull meat into strings; set aside.
- Heat the remaining oil in saucepan.
- Add chopped onion, celery and carrot.
- Sauté until golden, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, sauté 1 minute more.
- Add the mushrooms, sauté until golden, about 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the shredded meat and broth to the sautéed vegetables; stir in parsley, frozen vegetables and orzo.
- Heat to boiling.
- Simmer, uncovered, until orzo is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked orzo or beef. You can also cook the orzo and beef ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for later use.
- If you don't have beef broth, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead. Just be sure to adjust the seasoning accordingly.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes. You can also add a handful of chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or thyme.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the soup and cook until thickened.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.
Conclusion:
This beef and orzo soup is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beef or orzo. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.
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