Ingredients and Weight:
- 6 slices thick sliced smoked turkey breast (1 pound)
- 1 cup dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight and rinsed
- 1 cup dried navy beans, soaked overnight and rinsed
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 3 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
- 3 celery sticks, chopped (1 cup)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnishes: 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the turkey, beans, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.
- Remove the turkey from the soup and shred it. Add the shredded turkey back to the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and flavorful
- Perfect for a cold fall or winter day
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated
- Adaptable to different tastes by adjusting the seasonings or adding vegetables
User Comments:
- "This soup was absolutely delicious! The smoky turkey flavor was perfect and the beans were cooked just right."
- "I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my family. It's so easy to make and it's always comforting."
- "I used leftover Thanksgiving turkey in this soup and it turned out great. It's a great way to use up leftovers."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can use canned beans instead. Just rinse them well before adding them to the soup.
- You can also use different types of beans in this soup, such as Great Northern beans or kidney beans.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans with a fork before adding them back to the pot.
