Lemon Turkey Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 boneless, skinless turkey breast (4-5 pounds)
• 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 celery sticks, chopped (1 cup)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 quarts chicken broth
• 1 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup egg noodles, uncooked

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large stockpot, brown the turkey breast on all sides. Remove the turkey from the pot and set aside.
2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and bay leaf and cook for another minute.
4. Return the turkey to the pot and add the chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the turkey is cooked through.
5. Remove the turkey from the pot and let cool slightly. Shred the turkey into bite-sized pieces.
6. Return the shredded turkey to the soup.
7. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package directions.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 230
• Fat: 6 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory, flavorful, and comforting
• Balanced combination of lemon acidity and turkey richness
• Healthy and filling, with plenty of vegetables and protein

User Comments:

• "This soup is absolutely delicious! The lemon adds a bright and refreshing flavor that perfectly complements the hearty turkey."
• "I love that this soup is so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time and it always turns out great."
• "I usually make this soup with leftover turkey, but it's just as good with fresh turkey."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a boneless, skinless turkey breast, you can use a whole turkey and remove the skin and bones yourself.
• To save time, you can use pre-shredded turkey.
• Be sure to simmer the soup gently so that the turkey does not overcook and become tough.