Garlic Broth With Basmati Rice, Turkey and Squash

Name: Garlic Broth With Basmati Rice, Turkey and Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 10 garlic cloves, crushed, peels removed; Salt to taste; 1 bay leaf; 2 sprigs thyme or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; ⅓ cup basmati rice, rinsed; 1 cup sliced or diced winter squash or zucchini; ⅔ cup shredded turkey; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional); Freshly ground pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

6 cups water
10 garlic cloves, crushed, peels removed
Salt to taste
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs thyme or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
⅓ cup basmati rice, rinsed
1 cup sliced or diced winter squash or zucchini
⅔ cup shredded turkey
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
Freshly ground pepper (optional)

1
Combine water, garlic, salt, bay leaf and thyme in a soup pot or saucepan and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
3
Taste and adjust salt.
4
If you want a stronger flavor, simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes.
5
Using a skimmer or a slotted spoon, remove garlic, bay leaf and thyme sprigs from broth.
6
Bring back to a simmer and add rice and winter squash if using (but not the zucchini).
7
Cover and simmer 10 minutes, or until rice and squash are tender.
8
If using zucchini, add when rice is tender and simmer another 5 to 10 minutes, until soft but still bright.
9
Stir in parsley and turkey and heat through.
10
Taste, salt and pepper if desired, and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups water, 10 garlic cloves, crushed, peels removed, Salt to taste, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Garlic Broth With Basmati Rice, Turkey and Squash falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!