Butternut Squash, Apple, Bacon and Orzo Soup
This soup is sure to fill your belly with warm buttery goodness and crisp flavor combinations.
TIP:To make this vegan or vegetarian, skip the bacon and use veggie stock.
- Contains Wheat
Ingredients
- 2 slices uncooked bacon, cut into 1/2 – inch pieces
- 12 ounces butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 green apple, cut into small cubes
- to taste Kosher salt
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
- 2 quarts chicken stock
- 1 cup orzo
Instructions
Step 1
Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set temperature to HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Let preheat for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Place the bacon in the pot and cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes, or until fat is rendered in the Bacon starts to brown. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pot.
Step 3
Add butternut squash, apples, salt, and pepper and sauté until partially soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the oregano.
Step 4
Add the bacon back into the pot along with the chicken stock. Bring to a boil for about 10 minutes, then add the orzo. Cook for about 8 minutes, until the orzo is tender. Serve.