Tuscan Smoked Turkey Bean Soup Recipe

Warm up your taste buds with this hearty Tuscan Smoked Turkey Bean Soup. Made with tender smoked turkey, creamy white beans, and flavorful Tuscan seasonings, this soup is a perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. It's easy to make and packed with protein and fiber. Serve it with some crusty bread for a fulfilling meal that will leave you satisfied and craving for more.

Ingredients

• 1 smoked turkey leg
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the smoked turkey leg, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried oregano, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the turkey leg is tender and the flavors are well combined.
4. Remove the turkey leg from the pot and shred the meat using two forks. Discard the bones and skin.
5. Return the shredded turkey meat to the pot. Add the white beans and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
6. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve the Tuscan Smoked Turkey Bean Soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

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