LEMON, ORZO, AND MEATBALL SOUP

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This is a beautifully fragrant and delicious soup from Southern Living. Orzo pasta is such a wonderful addition to any soup.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h

Yield 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs (fine)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 teaspoons lemon zest, divided (loosely packed)
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, divided (crushed)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
3 carrots, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
64 ounces chicken broth
5 -6 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup orzo pasta
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoons rosemary in a medium bowl. Shape into 30 (1-inch) meatballs (about 1 level tablespoons each).
  • Saute meatballs, in two batches, in 1 tablespoons hot oil per batch in a dutch oven over medium heat 3-4 minutes or until browned. Remove with a slotted spoon.
  • Saute onion and next 2 ingredients in remaining 1 tablespoons hot oil in dutch oven over medium-high heat 3-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in broth, lemon juice,and remaining 2 teaspoons zest and 1/2 teaspoons rosemary. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add orzo. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, stirring occasionally, 7 - 9 minutes or until pasta is almost tender.
  • Stir in meatballs; simmer, stirring occasionally, 5-7 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked. Add salt and pepper to taste. Top with cheese and parsley.

Karma
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Definitely recommend!


Renu thapa
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It was alright.


Gracy Mcbride
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I'd make it again.


Jemma Anderson
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Not bad!


Bryan Benson
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Meh.


Jennifer Reeves
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This soup was just okay. The flavor was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning. The meatballs were also a bit dry. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Anjana Budhathoki
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I was skeptical about the lemon flavor in this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was so refreshing and bright. The meatballs were also really good. I used a combination of ground beef and ground pork and they were so tender and flavorful. I wi


Kaili Flick
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This is now my go-to soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the bright flavor of the lemon and the heartiness of the meatballs. I've also started experimenting with different types of meatballs, like chicken or lamb


Cristibel García
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! The meatballs were especially a hit. I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still very flavorful. The soup was also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Tanky Crobat
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This soup was absolutely delightful! The combination of lemon, orzo, and meatballs was perfect. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. The soup was flavorful and comforting, and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I will defini