Orzo Soup With Mushrooms Parmigiano Cheese And Leeks

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Zuppa con orzo, parmigiano e porri. From the barilla website.

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Steps

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Slice leek in rings and saut with butter in a skillet for a few minutes over medium heat.

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Set aside.

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Heat broth in a large pot.

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Heat oil in a separate pot and saut remaining leeks , parsley , celery , onion , garlic and mushrooms until the vegetables get a little mushy.

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Add hot broth.

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Season with salt and pepper.

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Boil mixture for 20 minutes.

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Process 1 cup of soup in a blender until mixture reaches a smooth consistency.

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Add the pureed soup to the soup mixture.

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Increase cooking temperature to bring soup to a boil.

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Stir in orzo cook according to package directions.

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Allow soup to rest ten minutes before transferring to individual bowls.

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Garnish with leek rings and shaved parmigiano cheese.

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Ingredients

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leek, butter, extra virgin olive oil, celery, parsley, onion, garlic clove, mushrooms, salt, fresh ground black pepper, chicken broth, orzo pasta, parmigiano