Orzo Soup with Vegetables

This is the perfect recipe for a cold day, add any vegetables you have on hand!

Ingredients:

• 2 medium carrots, finely chopped

• 1/2 an onion, finely chopped

• 1 teaspoon garlic

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 1 can diced tomatoes, I used petite diced

• 1 cup chopped spinach (approximate)

• 1/2-3/4 cup dry orzo pasta

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Olive oil and butter for sautéing

Additional soup ingredient ideas:

• Chopped zucchini

• Chopped yellow squash

• Kidney beans

• White beans

Directions:

1. In a large soup pot heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a tablespoon of butter. Add the carrots and onions and cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring often.

2. Add the garlic, let it cook for a minute then add the can of diced tomato.

3. Add the vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Let the soup come to a low boil.

4. Once the soup is boiling, add the orzo pasta and chopped spinach. Allow it to boil until the pasta is cooked, about 9-10 minutes and then simmer for another 10-15 minutes.

5. Serve with garlic bread and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese