Winter turkey soup

Description

This soup can also be made with chicken, replacing rice with lentils or split peas, adding carrots, and seasoning with spices and herbs such as turmeric, thyme, or rosemary. If using pre-cooked rice, the soup can be prepared in just 40 minutes. The soup is ready to serve.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Cook the rice according to the instructions on the package.

2. 2

   Step 2

   In a large heavy-bottomed pot or saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté, stirring, until all the moisture has evaporated.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Add another tablespoon of butter, finely chopped onion and celery. Cook for another 4-5 minutes.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Reduce the heat to low, add the minced garlic, oregano, onion powder, chicken seasoning, and cook for 1 more minute.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer the soup for 10-20 minutes.

6. 6

   Step 6

   In a small skillet or saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until bubbly. Add the flour, stir to combine, and cook over low heat until lightly golden, about 6–8 minutes.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Add the flour mixture to the soup, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly. Simmer the soup over low heat for another 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Add cooked rice and diced cooked turkey meat to the soup, season with salt to taste. Serve the winter soup hot.