Turkey Soup with Orzo and White Beans

Ingredients

• 2 Tbs Olive Oil
• 2 Medium Onions - Chopped
• 6 Garlic Cloves - Minced
• 3 lbs Turkey Wings - Cut at Joints
• 9 Cups Canned Low-Salt Chicken Broth
• 2 Tsp Dried Oregano
• 1 28-oz Can Diced Tomatoes in Juice
• 3 Carrots - Peeled, Chopped
• 1 Cup Orzo (Rice-Shaped Pasta)
• 2 15-oz Cans Cannellini (White Kidney Beans) - Drained, Rinsed
• 1/2 Cup Thinly Sliced Fresh Basil

Preparation

• Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; saute until translucent. Add turkey wings, chicken broth and oregano. Cover; simmer over medium-low heat for ~1 hour.
• Using tongs, transfer wings to work surface; cool. Remove meat from bones; discard skin & bones. Mix meat into soup. Bring to simmer. Add tomatoes with juices, carrots and celery. Cover; simmer until vegetables are crisp-tender for about 6 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool soup slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover. Keep chilled. Bring to simmer before continuing). Add orzo; simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, stirring often (about 10 minutes). Mix in cannellini and basil; cook until heated (about 5 minutes). Season with salt & pepper.

Serves: 8-10

Bon Appetit (November 2000)