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Slow Cooker Turkey Soup
A hearty and comforting turkey soup made effortlessly in the slow cooker, perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves freshly minced garlic
- 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1.5 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 3 cups precooked shredded turkey or chicken
- 0.75 to 1 cup heavy cream or half and half (Adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup frozen peas or corn (Add during last 10-15 minutes)
- a handful chopped kale or spinach (Add during last 10-15 minutes)
Instructions
- Chop vegetables and mince garlic. Optionally, sauté onion, carrots, and celery in oil or butter for 4-6 minutes.
- Add vegetables, garlic, broth, and poultry seasoning to the slow cooker and stir.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender. Puree 2 cups of the mixture and return to the cooker.
- Stir in shredded turkey and cream, then cook for an additional 30 minutes. Add peas or greens in the last 10-15 minutes.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup before returning it to the slow cooker.