Best 3 Turkey Minestrone Recipes
Turkey minestrone is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. Minestrone is an Italian soup that is typically made with vegetables, pasta, and beans. The vegetables in turkey minestrone can include carrots, celery, onions, and garlic. The pasta is usually small, such as ditalini or macaroni. The beans can be any type of dried beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, or cannellini beans. The soup is flavored with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
MINESTRONE WITH KALE AND TURKEY SAUSAGE
Minestrone is a robust Italian soup of assorted vegetables and beans - the choices vary from cook to cook and season to season. In this version we use turkey sausage to add flavor and heartiness; we like how it complements the kale and chickpeas.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss the bread on a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake, tossing halfway through, until crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned in spots and no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the onion, carrots, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; cook until almost tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the kale and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chickpeas, pasta, broth and 4 cups water. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the kale is tender and the pasta is al dente, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with the croutons and season with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 30 milligrams, Sodium 1,088 milligrams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 11 grams
TURKEY MINESTRONE
I love serving this savory soup to lunch guests. Italian turkey sausage gives the broth just the right spice. I never cooked much when I was growing up, so when I got out on my own, I found that great recipes like this can make anyone a good cook. -Betty Christensen, Victoria, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a stockpot over medium heat, saute onion in oil until tender, about 4 minutes. Add the next six ingredients; cook until meat is no longer pink. , Add the tomatoes, broth, zucchini and mixed vegetables; cover and cook on low heat for 5 minutes. Stir in the beans, macaroni, vinegar, salt if desired and pepper; simmer for 3-4 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MINESTRONE WITH TURKEY
I remember my mom making this soup; now I make it for my kids as often as I can. It's a good way to use up leftover vegetables. Sometimes I add a can of rinsed and drained kidney or garbanzo beans. -Angela Goodman, Kaneohe, Hawaii
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot and celery; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, vegetables, macaroni and seasonings. Bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until macaroni is al dente. Stir in turkey and zucchini; cook until zucchini is crisp-tender. Discard bay leaf. If desired, sprinkle servings with cheese. Freeze option: Transfer cooled soup to freezer container and freeze up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a saucepan. Cover and cook over medium heat until heated through. Serve with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 1251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your minestrone a more complex flavor and texture. Good choices include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, zucchini, green beans, and peas.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of beans. Cannellini beans, black beans, and kidney beans are all good choices for minestrone. You can also use a mix of beans.
- Use a good quality broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your minestrone. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.
- Season your minestrone to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or red wine vinegar to brighten the flavor.
- Serve your minestrone with a side of bread or salad. This will make a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Minestrone is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and beans, and it's also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. With a little planning and effort, you can make a minestrone that your family and friends will love.
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