Italian Orzo Soup

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This soup is traditional from Trentino but I have tweaked it to make it even tastier. Enjoy :).

Get To Know This Orzo Soup

Italian Orzo Soup from Trentino is a delightful dish that combines the heartiness of a soup with the comfort of pasta, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Originating from the Trentino region of Italy, this soup features small grains of orzo pasta simmered in a flavorful broth alongside vegetables and herbs. The addition of ingredients like carrots, celery, onions, and sometimes meats such as sausage or pancetta creates a rich and savory flavor profile that is both comforting and nourishing.

Traditionally seasoned with herbs like rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves, Italian Orzo Soup from Trentino is a warm and inviting dish that brings together the flavors of the Italian countryside.

Perfect for chilly evenings or as a hearty meal to share with loved ones, this soup embodies the essence of Italian comfort food and is sure to be a favorite among those with a taste for rustic and flavorful cuisine.

Italian Barley Soup Recipe

Ingredients

200 gr pearl barley

1 celery stick

2 potatoes

2 carrots

1 onion

chives and 2 bay leaves

salt and pepper

Belmorso EVOO & Novello

1 vegetable stock cube

40 gr bacon cubes

5 pieces cubed meat for stew

optional parmesan

How to make it

Cut your veggies into cubes.
Sauté in a little evoo.
Add the bacon and meat and let them cook with the vegetables.
Rinse and add the barley.
Melt your stock and add enough water to cover the ingredients in the pot. Plus, add two more ladles of water.
Add the bay leaves.
Cover with the lid partially, lower the heat, and leave to simmer for 40 minutes.
Remove the bay leaves.
Serve with a drizzle of EVOO & optional chives and parmesan.