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Savory Orzo Stuffed Banana Peppers Soup

A delightful soup featuring banana peppers stuffed with orzo pasta in a rich broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Savory Orzo Stuffed Banana Peppers Soup Ingredients

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 4 large banana peppers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Wash the banana peppers under cold water, cut off the tops, and remove the seeds.
  • Cook the orzo pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté diced onion for 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Mix the cooked orzo with the soup base and stuff the banana peppers with the mixture.
  • Pour any remaining soup mixture around the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and ensure they stand upright.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil, add mozzarella cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 12gSodium: 600mg
Keyword comfort food, vegetarian
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