When the weather turns cold, there's nothing better than a warm and hearty soup to warm you up. If you're looking for a delicious and easy soup recipe, italian sausage orzo soup is a great option. This soup is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With its savory Italian sausage, tender orzo pasta, and rich broth, this soup is the perfect comfort food for a chilly day. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage and vegetables. Best of all, it can be easily customized to your liking. So grab a spoon and get ready to enjoy a bowl of this delicious soup!
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ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND ORZO SOUP
This hearty and warming soup makes a comforting dinner. The herbs make the kitchen smell wonderful! You can use lower-calorie turkey sausage for the Italian sausage if you like. I recommend adding 2 teaspoons olive oil to the sausage while cooking to prevent sticking. -Kendra Van Doren, Clyde, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook the sausage, onion, carrot and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Add the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, seasonings and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Stir in orzo; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle servings with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 811mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
ITALIAN SAUSAGE ORZO SOUP
This one the number one soup picked out of the Bay Life North Magazine in Traverse City. I used Turkey Sweet Italian Sausage. I added a tich more orzo to the pot then the recipe calls for.
Provided by CIndytc
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a soup pot, brown sausage. Add onions and cook until onions are translucent. Add garlic and saute for another minute or two. Drain meat/veggies. Put back in pot. Add broth, tomatoes, basil,pepper and parsley. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until pasta in tender. Enjoy!
ITALIAN SAUSAGE ORZO SOUP
I always look for recipes high in taste and nutrition but low on prep time and fat. This thick, chunky soup fills the bill and is such a family favorite that I serve it at least once a month! -Deborah Redfield, Buena Park, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook the sausage, mushrooms, zucchini and onion in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, tomatoes, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir in pasta. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until pasta is tender, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 819mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
ITALIAN SAUSAGE ORZO SOUP
Steps:
- 1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, add in the Italian sausage, minced garlic, and diced yellow onion.
- 2. Crumble the sausage as you brown it.
- 3. Once the sausage is cooked through and onion is tender, add in the broth, both cans of tomatoes (undrained), sliced carrots, sliced celery, diced ret potatoes (cut pretty small), and chopped bell pepper.
- 4. Add in the seasonings: . Italian seasoning, oregano, and basil (to taste). Add salt and pepper to taste. Depending on the saltiness of the broth you may not need any further salt.
- 5. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat. Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the veggies are crisp tender.
- 6. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, follow package directions to cook the Orzo to al dente. Drain and rinse in cool water.
- 7. Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the drained orzo. Then stir in the spinach gently.
- 8. Taste and adjust seansoning to preference. You can add in red pepper if using and the fresh herbs. Serve with Parmesan cheese and crusty bread.
Tips:
- Use good quality Italian sausage. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup.
- Brown the sausage in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. This will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Add the orzo to the pot and cook it according to the package directions. This will usually take about 10 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, diced carrots, diced celery, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the baby spinach and cook until it is wilted. This will take about 2 minutes.
- Serve the soup hot with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
This Italian sausage orzo soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can use spicy Italian sausage if you like a little heat, or you can add more vegetables to the soup if you want to make it more nutritious. No matter how you make it, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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