Orzo soup is a dish with roots in various Mediterranean cuisines, especially Italian. In Latin America, although not as common in its traditional form, this soup has taken on different variations and names depending on the country. For example, in some places it is known as "thin noodle soup" or simply "pasta soup." In Mexico and other countries, orzo can be substituted with angel hair pasta, maintaining the essence of a comforting and nutritious soup. This recipe, which combines classic elements like broth made from bones and meat with the delicate texture of orzo, has become popular due to its simplicity and homemade flavor. Furthermore, its long and careful preparation allows for the full flavor of the ingredients to be extracted, making it an ideal dish for cold days or for those seeking a meal that nourishes the body and soul.
Elmo's orzo soup
How to Make Elmo's Orzo Soup
To begin, cover the soup meat with water in a large pot.
Add the celery, onion, garlic powder, basil, salt, pepper, and the bay leaf.
Simmer for 3 to 4 hours so the broth absorbs all the flavors.
Once ready, strain the broth into another pot and bring it to a boil.
Add the orzo pasta and cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender.
Serve the soup hot with plenty of grated cheese sprinkled on top to enhance its flavor.
The soup meat can be cut into small pieces and combined with lettuce, sliced onion, oil, and vinegar to prepare a fresh and delicious salad.
You can also add the meat directly to the soup for a complete and nutritious dish.
The main ingredients you will need are soup bone with meat, onion, celery, garlic powder, basil, salt and pepper, bay leaf, orzo pasta, and cheese to taste.
Ingredients (9)
- Soup bone with meat
- Onion
- Celery
- Garlic powder
- Basil
- Salt and pepper
- Bay leaf
- Orzo pasta
- Cheese
Instructions (9 steps)
- 1 Cover the soup meat with water
- 2 Add celery, onion, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper
- 3 Simmer for 3 to 4 hours
- 4 Strain the broth into another pot and bring to a boil
- 5 Add orzo
- 6 Cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender
- 7 Serve with plenty of grated cheese sprinkled on top
- 8 The soup meat can be cut into small pieces and combined with lettuce, sliced onion, oil, and vinegar to make a good salad
- 9 Or the meat can be added to the soup
Nutritional Information
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