Vegetrian Orzo Soup

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
2. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the dried thyme, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
4. Once the soup is boiling, add the orzo pasta directly into the simmering soup.
5. Cook according to package instructions until it’s al dente.
6. Serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley.