Hearty Ground Turkey Soup Recipe
This Hearty Ground Turkey Soup is a robust mix of savory flavors, enriched with vegetables and hearty beans, perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
Servings: 6
Calories: 410kcal
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon diced
- 1.3 pounds ground turkey
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes canned
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 30 oz white beans canned, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until it becomes crispy, around 6-8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes until the turkey is browned. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then set aside with the bacon.
- In the same pot, pour in the olive oil and add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, oregano, cumin, and the bay leaf. Stir and cook for an additional minute until the mixture is aromatic.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir well to combine, then add the beans and reserved turkey. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the carrots to tenderize.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with the crisped bacon and fresh thyme, and enjoy warm with your favorite crusty bread.
Notes
This soup can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer shelf life. Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper for a spicy kick!
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Hearty Ground Turkey Soup Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.