Simple Orzo Minestrone

Ingredients

• 1 Onion
• 1 Carrot
• 40 g Celery
• 2 Clove Garlic
• 2Sprig Rosemary
• 1 tbsp Tomato Purée
• 1000 ml Chicken Stock
• 300 g Orzo
• 25 g Parsley
• Parmesan (to serve)
• Salt
• Black Pepper
• Olive Oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice the onion, carrot and stick of celery.

2. 2

   Put a large saucepan on a medium heat and add 3 tbsp of olive oil.

3. 3

   Add the diced vegetables and cook gently for at least 10 mins until soft and fragrant but not brown.

4. 4

   Mince the garlic and add along the rosemary and tomato purée. Fry for another 3 to 4 mins

5. 5

   Add the stock and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, cook the orzo in well-salted water until very al dente. Drain and add to the soup, simmer for a couple of minutes. Taste for seasoning.

7. 7

   Pour into bowls and top with chopped parsley, black pepper and the cheese, if you like.