For a vegetarian option, substitute the Italian sausage with plant-based sausage or sautéed mushrooms. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness. Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for smoother incorporation into the soup. If you want to add some extra vegetables, consider incorporating diced carrots, celery, or zucchini along with the onions.
Marry Me Sausage Orzo Soup
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS33
Indulge in the creamy embrace of this Sausage Orzo Soup, a symphony of Italian flavors that's guaranteed to win hearts. Sun-dried tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and a velvety broth create an unforgettable culinary experience.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate49 g
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Cholesterol137 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein29 g
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Saturated Fat26 g
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Sodium2499 mg
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Sugar10 g
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Fat55 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Prepare your ingredients for a seamless cooking experience.
02
Step
10 mins
In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil from the sun-dried tomatoes over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and almost cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the chopped onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
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2 mins
Stir in the tomato paste and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook, stirring constantly, until the tomato paste deepens in color and becomes fragrant, about 2 minutes.
04
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20 mins
Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, basil, salt, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it's bubbling and slightly frothy on top, about 12 minutes. Add the orzo pasta, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is al dente, about 8 minutes.
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5 mins
Reduce heat to low, then gently stir in the fresh spinach, cubed cream cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the spinach wilts and the cream cheese melts into the soup, creating a luscious, creamy texture, about 5 minutes.
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Ladle into bowls and garnish generously with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately and bask in the adoration.
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Fred Kirlin
Jun 15, 2025This is my second time making this soup, it's so delicious! I added a little bit of white wine when cooking the onions and garlic and it gave it an extra depth of flavor.
Silas Conn
Jun 14, 2025Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The orzo was cooked just right and the spinach added a nice freshness.
Geo Hickle
May 29, 2025I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe. It's easy to make and tastes like it took hours.
Katheryn Bahringer
May 21, 2025This soup is so comforting. Perfect for a chilly evening!
Vinnie Abbott
Apr 17, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick and it was fantastic. Will definitely be making this again!
Kole Lang
Mar 23, 2025I didn’t have fresh basil, so I used dried. It was still tasty but I'll try it with fresh basil next time.
Murl Donnelly
Feb 26, 2025This soup is incredibly delicious! The creamy texture is perfect, and the sun-dried tomatoes add a wonderful depth of flavor. My family loved it!
Gregory Conn
Feb 4, 2025The cream cheese makes it so rich and satisfying. I did use a little less cream because I was trying to cut down on the calories and it was still great.
Laila Parker
Jan 8, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the result was amazing! My new go-to soup recipe.