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Servings: 8

Lemon Ginger Leftover Turkey Soup

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Ingredients 

  • 3 medium shallots, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 4 celery ribs, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 4 cups leftover turkey or chicken, chopped or shredded
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and sliced
  • 2, 3- inch pieces ginger, peeled and grated on the microplane or minced
  • 2 fresh lemons, zest, and juice
  • 8 cups turkey, chicken, or vegetable broth
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Garnish ideas:

  • 1 small bunch of fresh parsley or cilantro
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • sliced jalapeño
  • lemon slices

Instructions 

  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or stock-pot over medium-high heat. Sauté your shallots, carrots, celery, and garlic for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add in all of the remaining ingredients, except for your garnishes.
  • Simmer your soup over medium-low heat, covered, for 20-30 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Taste test and add sea salt and pepper as desired.
  • Serve your soup hot, with lemon slices, and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, jalapeño, and green onions.
  • Enjoy!
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