WHITE BEAN, ORZO AND SPINACH SOUP

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It's soup season at our house again ! This soup is satisfying as written. However, you can take it to another level by adding a bit of protein. Our favorite add in is Kielbasa or cubed ham .. yummy! This recipe is really quick to make ... you can have it done in less than 45 minutes. If you have a parm rind toss it in for...

Provided by Maggie M

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 Tbsp butter
1/2 c chopped onion
1/2 c thinly sliced celery
1/3 c chopped green bell pepper
2 clove garlic - minced
1-2 tsp italian seasoning
1/4 tsp ground black pepper - more or less to taste
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes - more or less to taste
4 c reduced sodium chicken broth
1 can(s) diced tomatoes (14 oz) - plain or with the basil and oregano added
3/4 c orzo pasta, uncooked
1-1/2 c fresh green beans cut into 1" pieces
4 c fresh spinach - chopped
1 can(s) cannelini beans
1 - 2 c tomato juice
parmesan cheese for garnish
kielbasa, ham or italian sausage as optional ingredient

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in a large 3 qt pot or Dutch oven. Toss in the onion, celery and bell pepper. Saute until just barely tender. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for about a minute being careful not to let it scorch or burn.
  • 2. Stir in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil then drop the heat down to a simmer. Cook - uncovered - for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • 3. Sprinkle the Orzo into the liquid and stir. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes - stirring frequently.
  • 4. After 10 minutes add the green beans and spinach. Continue to cook - stirring often - for another 6 minutes or until the Orzo is tender.
  • 5. Add enough tomato juice to get the consistency you prefer for soup. If you are adding cooked protein now is the time to do it. Add the Cannelloni beans and heat through.
  • 6. Ladle the hot soup into bowls or large mugs. Garnish with a bit of Parmesan cheese if desired.

George Joe
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I love the combination of flavors in this soup.


Antonio Li
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Delia Marquez
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I highly recommend it.


Tammi Sewell
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I've made this soup several times, and it's always a hit.


Donald Chansa
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This soup is perfect for a potluck or party.


Rony 786
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Jack Sparrow
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This soup is low in calories and fat, which makes it a great choice for people who are watching their weight.


chironjit bala
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This soup is gluten-free, which is great for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.


Shidora Lupondwana
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I'm a vegetarian, and this soup is one of my favorites. It's so hearty and flavorful.


Devram Saud
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


Mxolisi Mxo
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always add a little extra spinach and Parmesan cheese.


Matrix Survivor
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Joshua Darkwa
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it will fill you up.


Lucas Simeons-Smith
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but this soup was still really good. The flavors are well-balanced and the soup is very filling.


Li Ma
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and orzo. It's also a great way to get your veggies in.


Mahim Potondar
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★★★★


Odunewu Ayomide
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've added different vegetables and beans to it, and it's always delicious.


noor iqbal
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! So flavorful and the orzo cooked perfectly.


darrell musosereyi
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This looks delicious! I'm going to try it tonight