Tomato and Orzo Soup with Gorgonzola
Description
Given decadent texture from Gorgonzola and sour cream, this easy tomato and orzo soup provides warm, comforting flavor.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fat-free chicken broth
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1 tablespoon dried basil
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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5 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
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1 cup cooked orzo
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1/3 cup sour cream
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes.
2
Transfer mixture carefully to a blender in batches and puree; return to the pot. Stir in Gorgonzola cheese, orzo, and sour cream. Continue to simmer until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.