This delicious Italian Orzo Spinach Soup is simple, flavorful, and so comforting. ENJOY!
PREP: 5 MINS COOK: 25 MINS TOTAL: 30 MINS
INGREDIENTS:
2 tablespoons olive oil1 small white onion, peeled and diced1 cup diced carrots1 cup diced celery3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced6 cups chicken or vegetable stock1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes1 1/2 cups (about 8 ounces) DeLallo whole wheat orzo pasta, or other whole wheat pasta1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary4 cups loosely-packed spinachsalt and black pepper
DIRECTIONS:
Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute for 4 minutes, until soft. Add carrots, celery and garlic and saute for an additional 3 minutes. Add chicken stock, tomatoes, orzo (pasta), thyme, oregano, rosemary and stir to combine. Bring soup to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
Stir in the spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until it is bright green and wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste
GRAB SOME HOMEMADE FRESH ITALIAN BREAD!
