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Cozy Italian Sausage Orzo Soup

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A hearty and comforting soup with Italian sausage, orzo pasta, and a perfectly seasoned broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a little extra TLC in a bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 cups spinach or kale
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage (casings removed) and cook, breaking it up into smaller pieces, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add 1 diced onion, 2 chopped carrots, and 2 stalks of celery (chopped). Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes. Stir well.
  6. Add 1 cup of orzo pasta and bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  7. Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  9. Stir in 2 cups of spinach or kale and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  10. Optional: Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

[‘Use fresh ingredients like garlic, onions, and herbs for better flavor.’, ‘Cook orzo separately if saving leftovers to prevent it from soaking up too much broth.’, ‘Add extra broth or water to adjust consistency if the soup becomes too thick.’, ‘For a vegetarian version, replace sausage with mushrooms or chickpeas and use vegetable broth.’]

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Keywords: Italian sausage, orzo soup, comfort food, easy dinner, hearty soup, family meal, spinach soup, kale soup, winter recipe

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