In the realm of comfort food, there's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of soup to warm the soul. Turkey meatball soup, with its rich, flavorful broth and tender, juicy meatballs, is a classic dish that is both satisfying and nourishing. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a cozy dish to serve on a cold winter's day, this soup is sure to hit the spot. With its versatile ingredients and endless variations, turkey meatball soup is a dish that can be tailored to your own personal preferences, making it a true crowd-pleaser. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate hearty turkey meatball soup.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CONTEST-WINNING TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP
You don't need to cook the tender homemade meatballs or boil the egg noodles separately, so you can easily stir up this savory soup in no time. I usually double the recipe for our family of seven. -Carol Losier Baldwinsville, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the broth, celery and carrot to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the egg, bread crumbs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Add meatballs to the simmering broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until no meat is longer pink. Add noodles. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until noodles are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
HEARTY TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP
Every Italian-American family I know seems to have its own version of meatball soup. This recipe is based on my family's version. -Christie Ladd, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the egg whites, bread crumbs, cheese and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. , Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute carrots and celery in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, pepper and remaining Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Stir in pasta; cook 10-12 minutes longer or until vegetables and pasta are tender. Add meatballs and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HEARTY TURKEY VEGETABLE SOUP
All your favorite soup veggies can be found in this hearty dish, plus some soft noodles and lots of chunks of roast turkey or chicken.
Provided by Geema
Categories Stew
Time 1h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat stock pot on medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Saute onions and garlic until just transparent -- 5 minutes.
- Add celery, cabbage and mushrooms cooking and stirring until soft -- 5 more minutes.
- Add potato, green beans, salt, pepper, rosemary and thyme.
- Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil; then turn down to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes.
- Add macaroni, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Add butter beans, and turkey or chicken, cooking just until heated.
- Taste for seasoning and serve.
HEARTY ITALIAN MEATBALL SOUP
A very hearty, flavorful soup. Use whatever small shaped pasta you like.
Provided by Suzanne Call
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir water, tomatoes, beef broth, and Italian seasoning together in a large pot; bring to a boil. Add meatballs, Italian-blend vegetables, and pasta to the pot. Return broth to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the meatballs are heated through and the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 49.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 498.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
HEARTY TURKEY SOUP
A delicious way to use up some of that leftover turkey. You may even have leftover crudites to use for the veggies. If you are able to get turkey stock, you can sub that for the chicken broth. One 14 oz. can of diced tomatoes (or petite diced) can be subbed for the fresh tomato.
Provided by Lvs2Cook
Categories Poultry
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan or stockpot; add mushrooms and saute about 5 minutes or until tender.
- Stir in chicken broth, barley, onion, sage and pepper.
- Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until barley is almost tender.
- Stir in carrot, celery, zucchini and tomatoes; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add turkey and continue to cook, covered, about 15 minutes or until barley and vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.3, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 1596.4, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 7.9, Protein 14.6
TURKEY MEATBALL STEW
A one-pot comfort food stew with a rich, savory broth, and loaded with fresh veggies and tender turkey meatballs.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Coat a wire rack with nonstick cooking spray, set on prepared baking sheet, and set aside.
- Combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Using a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the baking rack.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, peas, basil, and red pepper flakes; stir until well combined. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes and carrots are cooked and the broth has somewhat reduced, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Stir in meatballs and simmer until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes. Season stew with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 633.4 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh turkey, vegetables, and herbs will give your soup the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the meatballs: Overcooked meatballs will be tough and dry. Cook them just until they are cooked through.
- Season the soup well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, and herbs to season your soup to taste.
- Let the soup simmer: Simmering the soup for at least 30 minutes will help the flavors to develop.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for turkey meatball soup include grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and crusty bread.
Conclusion:
Hearty turkey meatball soup is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a pot of turkey meatball soup that your whole family will love.
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