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Turkey Soup with Spinach

Cozy Turkey Soup with Spinach: Comfort in Every Spoonful

This Turkey Soup with Spinach offers comforting warmth and rich flavors, perfect for using up leftover turkey.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Carrots diced
  • 1 cup Celery diced
  • 1 cup Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Soup
  • 3 cups Spinach fresh
  • 2 cups Turkey shredded, leftover
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Cream or half-and-half
Optional Additions
  • to taste Herbs (e.g., thyme, parsley)
  • to taste Other Vegetables (e.g., green beans, bell peppers)
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes or Hot Sauce

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and toss in diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.
  2. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth into the pot, scraping the bottom to release any flavorful bits. Add 2–3 cups of shredded leftover turkey, stirring well.
  3. Incorporate 3–4 cups of fresh spinach into the simmering soup, stirring until the greens begin to wilt.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, and carefully stir in 1 cup of heavy cream until the soup is rich and creamy.
  5. Taste your soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with non-dairy milk. This soup freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.

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