Clam Soup With Orzo And Meatballs Recipe

Name: Clam Soup With Orzo And Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 1 celery rib, chopped; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 6 cups beef broth; 1 (16-ounce) package frozen fully cooked cocktail-size meatballs; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 40 littleneck clams, scrubbed; 1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

1 large onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups beef broth
1 (16-ounce) package frozen fully cooked cocktail-size meatballs
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
40 littleneck clams, scrubbed
1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1
Saute onion and celery in butter and olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat 4 minutes or until tender. Add wine and next 3 ingredients; cook 5 minutes or until mixture is reduced by half, stirring occasionally.
2
Stir in broth and meatballs. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Add orzo and clams; simmer 10 minutes or until orzo is tender and clams have opened. Discard any that do not. Stir in parsley, 1/4 cup cheese, and lemon juice.
3
Ladle soup into bowls. Serve with additional cheese.
4
Quick tip The next time you make meatballs, double the recipe and keep a batch on hand in the freezer. Or, to keep it simple, buy prepared frozen meatballs; try Farm Rich--the party size works well for soups.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 1 celery rib, chopped, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Clam Soup With Orzo And Meatballs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Clam Soup With Orzo And Meatballs

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