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Tomato Basil Soup with Orzo 11
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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup With Orzo

Prepared soup plus a few added ingredients make this one of the easiest and tastiest tomato soups you will ever make!
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 338kcal
Author Marsha Maxwell

Equipment

  • Qimh Colander collapsible, Colander Strainer Over The Sink Vegetable/Fruit Colanders Strainers With Extendable Handles, Folding Strainer for Kitchen,6 Quart
  • Cuisinart 766-24 Chef's Classic 8-Quart Stockpot with Cover, silver
  • Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup Set (3-Piece, Microwave and Oven Safe),Clear
  • Cuisinart Cup Food Processor, Brushed Stainless Steel - Silver
  • Cuisinart CSB-300 Rechargeable Hand Blender with Electric Knife, One Size, DAA

Ingredients

  • One 14-oz. can diced or whole tomatoes
  • One 30-oz. container prepared creamy tomato basil soup
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6 oz. dried orzo pasta

Instructions

  • Process the tomatoes in a food processor or blender until pureed.
  • Place all ingredients except the orzo in a large pot and stir to blend.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package directions for al dente and drain in a colander.
  • Add the orzo to the soup, and stir to combine.

Notes

10g fat, 37g carbohydrate, 11g protein