Orzo Soup

• 2 1/2 tablespoons butter
• 1 leek trimmed, chopped
• 3 1/2 ounces bacon chopped
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 carrot peeled, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 7 ounces orzo
• fresh basil leaves to serve
• shaved Parmesan cheese to serve

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Saute leek, bacon, rosemary and thyme for 4-5 mins, until leek is tender. Add carrot and garlic. Saute for 2-3 mins, until lightly golden. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 2 mins. Add stock, 3 cups water and orzo. Season. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 mins, until pasta is al dente.
2. Remove herb sprigs. Serve soup topped with basil and shaved Parmesan.

butter, bacon, rosemary, thyme, carrot, garlic, tomato paste, chicken stock, orzo, fresh basil, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Orzo-Soup-1402527 (may not work)