Description
Creamy Italian Sausage Orzo Soup is the quintessential comfort food you need for a cozy dinner. This delightful soup features savory Italian sausage paired with tender orzo pasta, all simmered in a rich and creamy tomato broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and easily customizable with your favorite vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 16 ounces Italian sausage
- 1/2 medium onion
- 2 sticks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the Italian sausage over medium-high heat until browned. Remove from the pot, leaving some fat.
- Add chopped onion and celery to the pot, cooking until softened. Stir in minced garlic and flour for one minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in heavy cream and uncooked orzo; let simmer on low heat for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If desired, add fresh spinach before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to incorporate other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers. Cook the orzo separately if you prefer a firmer texture. Adjust the amount of cream based on your richness preference.