~ tasty orzo chili soup ~

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

This soup came to pass from cleaning out my pantry and freezer. Was quite a hit with my family. The use of ground pork instead of beef and pasta was a refreshing change. Mighty tasty soup!

(1 rating)
yield 4 - 6
prep time 10 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ~ tasty orzo chili soup ~

  • 1 1/2 tsp
    olive oil
  • 1 lb
    ground pork
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 3 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 stalk
    celery, chopped small
  • 1 md
    red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 - 14 oz
    can, chopped tomatoesd with garlic, oregano and basil - juice too
  • 3 Tbsp
    tomato paste
  • 1/4 c
    uncooked orzo pasta - or another small pasta
  • 2 c
    beef broth
  • 1 - 14 oz
    kidney beans, rinsed or favorite bean
  • 1/2 tsp
    beef bouillon paste
  • 1/4 tsp
    cumin or to taste
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    chili powder or to taste
  • salt
    & pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp
    oregano
  • sour
    cream, green onion and corn chips to garnish

How To Make ~ tasty orzo chili soup ~

  • 1
    In a dutch oven over medium heat, brown pork in olive oil until no longer pink. Salt & pepper. Break apart as it cooks.
  • 2
    Once pork is cooked, add onion, red pepper, celery and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is tender.
  • 3
    Stir in tomatoes, paste, seasonings and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the pasta and cook another 5 minutes or until tender.
  • 4
    Serve with a dollop of sour cream, onion and corn chips.
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