Thursday, June 11, 2009

In the spirit of sharing recipes....

Since my favorite sister in the world started this whole recipe sharing idea, I've decided to divulge one that is truly popular and very easy!
I probably make this once every 3-4 weeks. It’s a hit and it makes A LOT!!! Leftover city! I usually either freeze the leftovers into individual portions for a quick and great reheat, or half the recipe for the 2 of us (still lots of leftovers when I half it).
I’ve made it for work functions, when necessary, and everyone raves about it.
It’s really low calorie, per serving, too.
I also usually add a side salad for an addition.
Also, you can make it with beef, if you prefer, but I’ve always done it with turkey.

Turkey Macaroni Soup
1 lb (97/3%) ground turkey
1 medium onion finely chopped (I turn the onion into almost liquid in the food processor b/c we’re not onion fans…if you are, leave them more substantial)
2 small cans (15 oz each) Veg-All
1 large can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 to 2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni (or regular elbow macaroni if you’re not a whole wheat fan, of course that will change the calorie content)
2 tsps Worcestershire sauce
4 cups water
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp ground pepper
Colby cheese (optional for serving)
Saltines (optional for serving)

First, place 2 beef bouillon cubes into 2 of the 4 cups of water. Put in microwave for 60 seconds. Stir, dissolve and set aside.
Brown onion and ground turkey in large soup pot.
Add in Veg-All, crushed tomatoes, salt & pepper, Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon mixture and bring to boil.
Add the remaining 2 cups of water and the elbow macaroni. If you want it soupier put in 1 cup of the macaroni; for thicker stew add in 2 cups of the macaroni.

Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until noodles are soft.
Salt and pepper to taste. Add a few slices of Colby cheese and crackers if desired at serving.

Enjoy!!

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