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Italian White Bean & Orzo Soup

5 from 5 votes
Italian White Bean & Orzo Soup | Creme de la Crumb
White beans, tender orzo pasta, tomatoes, and herbs in a savory Italian-seasoned broth!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
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Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings:4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • ½ yellow or white onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 6 cups chicken broth , (or vegetable broth)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can white navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes, (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large stock pot melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, orzo, and garlic and saute for 2-3 minutes until garlic is fragrant and onions are tender.
  • Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, beans, and Italian seasoning and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 20-25 minutes until orzo pasta is fully cooked and tender.
  • If the soup is too thick, add up to 3 cups of water to get a good broth. Taste, add salt and pepper to taste and crushed red pepper flakes. Serve warm and garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

Protein: feel free to add your favorite protein, like shredded chicken, sliced sausage, or shrimp.

Nutrition

Calories: 377 kcal, Carbohydrates: 72 g, Protein: 21 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 1 mg, Sodium: 2039 mg, Potassium: 753 mg, Fiber: 13 g, Sugar: 2 g, Vitamin A: 349 IU, Vitamin C: 27 mg, Calcium: 199 mg, Iron: 6 mg
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Author: Tiffany