Leftover Turkey Soup
Warm up your evenings with this comforting Leftover Turkey Soup, a delightful way to transform post-holiday leftovers into a nourishing meal. This easy-to-make soup features tender turkey, wholesome vegetables, and hearty couscous simmered in a flavorful broth that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion (or 2 shallots)
- 1 large carrot
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 clove garlic
- 4 sprigs thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1½ litres / 6 cups chicken stock
- 75g / 1/2 cup giant pearl couscous
- 250g / 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over low heat. Add chopped onion, celery, carrot, garlic, and thyme; sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
- Pour in chicken stock and add cooked turkey and bay leaves; bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in couscous and simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, serve hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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