A comforting soup perfect for using up leftover turkey, packed with vegetables and savory flavors.
Author:Oliver
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
8 cups turkey broth
2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
1 cup egg noodles or rice
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour in turkey broth and bring to a boil.
Add cooked turkey and egg noodles (or rice). Reduce heat and simmer until noodles are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in frozen peas and fresh parsley. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve hot.
Notes
For a thicker soup, you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) during the last few minutes of cooking.
Feel free to add other leftover vegetables like corn, green beans, or potatoes.
This soup freezes well. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.