Kielbasa Orzo and Kale Soup
SERVINGS
6
PREP TIME
10 min
COOK TIME
30 min
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup cubed Coleman Natural Polish Kielbasa
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 rib celery, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- 8 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 3/4 cup orzo
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat the oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven set over medium-high heat.
Add the sausage, onion, carrot, celery, red pepper, garlic and thyme. Cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables start to soften and sausage is golden brown.
Pour in the broth and add the bay leaf; bring to a boil.
Add the orzo and kale. Reduce the heat to medium; simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until the orzo is al dente and vegetables are tender.
Stir in the parsley, salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Tips
Substitute baby shells or alphabet pasta for the orzo. Serve the soup with crusty bread for a satisfying supper. Prepare a double batch and freeze half to have on hand for busy weeknights.
