Carter Family Recipes

Italian Turkey and Orzo Soup
Plan Ahead! Double recipes and freeze some for a second time around. Pack up individual portions for a swift thaw.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 ounces 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 4 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms
  • 5 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 3 cups unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 (15-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained
  • 3/4 cup uncooked whole-wheat orzo pasta
  • 3 cups spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind

Preparation

  1. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add oil; swirl to coat.
  3. Add turkey; cook 6 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring to crumble.
  4. Add oregano, mushrooms, and garlic; sauté 5 minutes.
  5. Add stock, 2 cups water, salt, red pepper, and tomatoes, scraping pan to loosen browned bits; bring to a boil.
  6. Add orzo; cook 7 minutes.
  7. Stir in spinach and rind; cook 2 minutes.
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2 responses to “Italian Turkey and Orzo Soup”

    1. Steve W Carter Avatar

      Thank you! I appreciate you stopping by and sharing your enthusiasm.

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