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Orzo Stuffed Banana Peppers Soup

Cozy Orzo Stuffed Banana Peppers Soup for Perfect Comfort Days

Experience the warmth of Orzo Stuffed Banana Peppers Soup, a quick and customizable dish perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 pieces Banana Peppers Use fresh for sweetness or pickled for tang.
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Mild or spicy according to preference.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Substitute with half-and-half for richer flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Green Pepper Can substitute with red or yellow peppers.
For the Creaminess and Flavor
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated. Substitute with Pecorino if desired.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Cubed. Consider Neufchâtel for lighter option.
  • 1 cup Orzo Substitute with rice or quinoa for gluten-free.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Thyme

Equipment

  • large stockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Vegetables: Cut the tops off the banana peppers and remove seeds; dice them. Chop onion and green pepper.
  2. Cook Sausage: Brown the Italian sausage in a stockpot, breaking it into small pieces; cook for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add butter and olive oil, then sauté onion, banana peppers, green pepper, and garlic for 5 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Return cooked sausage to the pot, add chicken broth and evaporated milk; bring to low boil.
  5. Add Cheeses and Spices: Stir in Parmesan and cream cheese; add seasonings and stir until smooth.
  6. Simmer: Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Cook Orzo: Stir in uncooked orzo, cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
  8. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls; garnish with reserved pepper slices and serve with bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your soup with additional veggies or proteins if desired.

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