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Turkey Burger Soup Recipe

Here is a true bowl of comfort food.  A rich creamy, cheesy turkey burger soup will warm you on a cold day!  So yummy and like a cheese burger in a bowl. 
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheeseburger soup, easy soup recipe, ground turkey recipe, healthy hamburger soup
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 294kcal
Author: Analida Braeger

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp butter
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 cup potatoes cubed
  • ½ cup celery chopped
  • 1 cup carrots shredded and chopped
  • 1 jalapeno small, diced, cored and seeds removed
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 12 basil fresh leaves, cut into strips
  • 2 Tbsp curly parsley chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth fat free
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 dash nutmeg

Instructions

  • In a soup pot, melt the butter, add the onions, garlic, potatoes, celery, and carrots. Saute for about 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent. Add the jalapeno. Sprinkle with cornstarch, salt and pepper.
  • Slowly add the ground turkey, breaking it up into small pieces. Add the basil, parsley and stir. (If you are using leftover cooked turkey just mince it into ¼ inch pieces and add at this step.)
  • When the turkey is fully cooked, add the chicken broth.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low.
  • Add half and half and stir again for another 2-3 minutes. Slowly add the cheddar cheese (about ¼ cup at a time) stirring constantly to properly integrate it into the soup mixture. Add Worcestershire sauce.
  • When all ingredients have been thoroughly mixed, add nutmeg.
  • Top with multicolored tortilla strips for a festive look.

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Notes

Frequently asked questions:
  • How long can I save this soup? You can store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Can I freeze this soup? Yes, you must completely cool the soup before freezing. Store in airtight containers for up to one month. For single servings, freeze portions in a muffin tin and pop out the frozen rounds and store in freezer bags.
  • Can I use leftover cooked turkey for this soup? Sure, take your leftover turkey, (Thanksgiving or Christmas) mince it while cold i and add at the same step you add the ground turkey.  Use the same amount by weight using a kitchen scale, 16 oz.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 1304mg | Potassium: 436mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3414IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 260mg | Iron: 1mg