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Italian Sausage Orzo Soup

Creamy Italian Sausage Orzo Soup for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Italian Sausage Orzo Soup is a comforting dish with savory flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage substitute with turkey sausage for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Onion any type works, but shallots offer a milder taste
  • 2 stalks Celery can be replaced with chopped carrots for added sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Flour or use gluten-free flour as a substitute
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is recommended
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth makes it vegetarian-friendly
  • 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes fresh tomatoes can also be used if available
For Flavor and Texture
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning makes a good substitute
  • 1 cup Uncooked Orzo small pasta shapes like ditalini work well as alternatives
  • 1 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream coconut cream can be a dairy-free option
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach kale or Swiss chard are great substitutes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Sausage Orzo Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat the stove to medium-high and add the Italian sausage. Cook for 7-10 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns until it's nicely caramelized and no longer pink. Transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
  2. In the same pot, lower the heat to medium and add diced onion and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables soften and the onion turns translucent.
  3. Sprinkle in the flour and minced garlic, stirring well to combine. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, continuously stirring to dissolve the flour mixture. Bring to a gentle boil while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Once boiling, add the diced tomatoes and dried oregano. Return the browned sausage to the pot and allow the mixture to simmer.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and uncooked orzo, then reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cook for about 12 minutes until the orzo is tender.
  7. Fold in the fresh baby spinach, allowing it to wilt. Taste and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 16gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup keeps well, making it an excellent make-ahead option for busy weeknights.

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