ITALIAN SAUSAGE ORZO SOUP

Steps:

• 1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, add in the Italian sausage, minced garlic, and diced yellow onion.
• 2. Crumble the sausage as you brown it.
• 3. Once the sausage is cooked through and onion is tender, add in the broth, both cans of tomatoes (undrained), sliced carrots, sliced celery, diced ret potatoes (cut pretty small), and chopped bell pepper.
• 4. Add in the seasonings: . Italian seasoning, oregano, and basil (to taste). Add salt and pepper to taste. Depending on the saltiness of the broth you may not need any further salt.
• 5. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat. Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the veggies are crisp tender.
• 6. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, follow package directions to cook the Orzo to al dente. Drain and rinse in cool water.
• 7. Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the drained orzo. Then stir in the spinach gently.
• 8. Taste and adjust seansoning to preference. You can add in red pepper if using and the fresh herbs. Serve with Parmesan cheese and crusty bread.