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Turkey Vegetable Soup Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Turkey Vegetable Soup packed with ground turkey, a medley of fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for a wholesome and comforting meal. This recipe can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, offering flexibility for your cooking preferences.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed and minced (at least 1 tablespoon)

Seasonings and Spices

  • 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 6 fresh thyme sprigs

Liquids

  • 10–12 cups chicken or turkey broth (or broth made with 8 cups chicken broth + 4 cups water + 4 teaspoons Better than Bouillon Turkey Base)

Vegetables

  • 4–5 large carrots, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups coleslaw cabbage (or more to taste)
  • 1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes (fire roasted preferred)
  • 1 (14-oz) can white beans, drained
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 yellow squash, chopped

Garnishes (optional)

  • Chopped parsley
  • Pesto
  • Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Sauté Turkey and Onion: In a large soup pot (minimum 6-quart capacity), add the ground turkey and chopped onion. Heat over medium-high, breaking up the turkey to crumble as it cooks until the meat is browned.
  2. Drain Fat: Turn off the heat and carefully drain the fat from the pot. Use a foil-lined bowl to collect the fat by tilting the pot and spooning the grease out. Refrigerate the collected fat until hardened and discard.
  3. Add Garlic and Spices: Turn the heat back on to medium; add minced garlic and all the spices (kosher salt, black pepper, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, celery seed, basil, crushed red pepper, and thyme if dried). Cook until the garlic and spices are fragrant, stirring frequently.
  4. Add Broth: Pour in 10-12 cups of broth. You can use all chicken broth or a combination of broth and water with Better than Bouillon Turkey Base for enhanced flavor.
  5. Bring to Boil and Add Hard Vegetables: Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Add chopped carrots, celery, sweet potato, and coleslaw cabbage. If using fresh thyme sprigs, add them now alongside the broth.
  6. Add Tomatoes and Beans: Stir in the canned diced tomatoes including juice, and the drained white beans.
  7. Simmer Vegetables: Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 20 minutes, until carrots and sweet potatoes are fork tender.
  8. Add Squash: Stir in chopped zucchini and yellow squash. Continue simmering for an additional 5-10 minutes until the squash is tender.
  9. Skim Foam and Remove Herbs: If foam forms on top of the soup, skim it off with a spoon. Remove fresh thyme sprigs and discard.
  10. Serve and Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with optional chopped parsley, a spoonful of pesto, and shredded parmesan cheese if desired.
  11. Slow Cooker Option – Saute: Follow steps 1 through 3 to sauté the turkey, onion, garlic, and spices.
  12. Slow Cooker – Combine Ingredients: Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker. Add all broth and vegetables except the zucchini and yellow squash.
  13. Slow Cooker – Cook Vegetables: Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until carrots are tender.
  14. Slow Cooker – Add Squash: Add zucchini and yellow squash and cook for another 30 minutes or until tender.

Notes

  • You can adjust the vegetables to your preference; omit or substitute any favorites.
  • Using Better than Bouillon Turkey Base adds rich flavor but can be replaced with broth or stock.
  • Skimming foam helps keep the soup clear and improves presentation.
  • Garnishes like pesto and parmesan cheese add extra flavor but also increase calories.
  • This soup is forgiving and flexible, perfect for meal prep or batch cooking.
  • Use fresh thyme sprigs for an aromatic boost or dried thyme for convenience.
  • Drain canned beans to avoid excess sodium and less liquid in the soup.

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