Description
Warm up your evenings with a bowl of Hearty Tomato Orzo Soup, a delightful dish that embodies comfort and flavor. This rich soup features the sweetness of San Marzano tomatoes combined with tender orzo pasta and aromatic herbs, making it the perfect choice for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights in. With its nutritious ingredients and satisfying texture, this soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. It’s easy to prepare and versatile enough to customize according to your preferences. Enjoy it as a starter or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 peeled and chopped carrots
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 28 oz can crushed san marzano tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup cooked gluten-free orzo (approximately 1/2 cup uncooked)
- 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves (or 1 tablespoon dried if necessary)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add carrots and garlic; cook until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken stock; stir well and add crushed red pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Stir in cooked orzo and cream; season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg