Tomato Basil Orzo Soup

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    572 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Tomato Basil Orzo Soup

Savory, light and healthy tomato basil soup with orzo pasta - ready in 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • ¼ cup basil finely chopped, packed leaves
  • 2 ounce cans tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth OR vegetable broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream OR fat free half and half
  • 2 cups orzo cooked, pasta
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and basil and saute til fragrant.
  2. Add tomato sauce, broth, and milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and allow to cook for about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in orzo and salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with additional basil if desired and serve.

Notes

  • We like to serve this soup alongside a grilled cheese for a filling meal. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 572kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 45g (69%) Saturated Fat 28g (140%) Cholesterol 164mg (55%) Sodium 487mg (20%) Potassium 244mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1766IU (35%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 103mg (10%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 572 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 572kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 45g 69%
Saturated Fat 28g 140%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 487mg 20%
Potassium 244mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1766IU 35%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 103mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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