Spring Healing Pot

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Spring Healing Pot

A nourishing, herb-forward orzo stew that celebrates the healing energy of spring.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner, lunch, Main Course, Soup

Equipment

  • Dutch Pot
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Zester or Grater
  • Citrus Squeezer
  • Can Opener

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Medium Yellow Onion finely chopped (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1.5 Cups Uncooked Orzo
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh Parsley Stems finely chopped
  • 2 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
  • 8 Cups Homemade Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth class prepared
  • 15 oz Can Cannellini or White Beans drained or rinsed
  • 2 Cups Spinach, Kale, or Swiss Chard chopped
  • Zest and juice of 1 Lemon
  • 1.5 Cups Fresh Parsley Leaves finely chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh Chives finely chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Tarragon finely chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Mint chopped, optional
  • 2 Tbsp Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese optional for garnish
  • Extra Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Sauté aromatics: In a medium Dutch oven or soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened (about 8-10 minutes).
  • Layer flavor: Stir in parsley stems, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Simmer with orzo: Add the homemade vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the orzo and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
  • Add greens & beans: Stir in the cannellini beans and seasonal greens. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until greens are wilted and beans are heated through. Remove from heat.
  • Finish with herbs: Stir in parsley leaves, chives, tarragon, mint (if using), lemon zest, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with pecorino Romano if desired. Serve warm and enjoy the healing power of spring in every spoonful.
Keyword Chives, Garlic, greens, orzo
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