Mushroom & Orzo Soup

Author

NuWave

Servings

6

Category

Main Dishes

Ingredients

• 2 T extra-virgin olive oil
• ¾ c shallots, sliced
• ¼ c garlic, minced
• 1-¼ c celery, sliced
• 2 c cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 c orzo pasta, dry
• 8 c vegetable stock
• 4 c spinach, rough chop
• ½ t sea salt
• ½ t freshly ground black pepper
• Basil pesto (for garnish)

Directions

1. Set to "sear" and add oil. When hot, add shallots, garlic, celery, and salt. Cook until golden brown. Add mushrooms, orzo pasta, and vegetable stock.
2. Close lid and lock. Set to "soup" and adjust for 3 minutes.
3. When done, quick release and make sure all pressure is released before opening lid.
4. Carefully open lid and stir in spinach. Season with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper. Garnish soup with basil pesto.