Italian Spinach and Orzo Soup
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 14 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp dried rosemary
- 1 6 oz pkg fresh spinach or 4 cups
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add in onion and cook until soft. Add carrots, celery and garlic and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Next, mix in chicken broth, tomatoes, orzo (pasta), thyme, oregano, rosemary and stir to combine. Bring soup to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
- Add in the spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until it is bright green and wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste (if needed). Serve warm. Serves 4-6.