Turkey Soup with Orzo and White Beans Recipe

Name: Turkey Soup with Orzo and White Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium onions; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 3 pounds turkey wings, cut at joints; 9 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice; 3 carrots, peeled, chopped; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta); 2 15-ounce cans cannellini (white kidney beans), drained, rinsed; 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 pounds turkey wings, cut at joints
9 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
3 carrots, peeled, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
2 15-ounce cans cannellini (white kidney beans), drained, rinsed
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

1
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.
2
Add onions and garlic; saute until translucent.
3
Add turkey wings, chicken broth and oregano.
4
Cover; simmer over medium-low heat 1 hour.
5
Using tongs, transfer wings to work surface; cool.
6
Remove meat from bones; discard skin and bones.
7
Mix meat into soup.
8
Bring to simmer.
9
Add tomatoes with juices, carrots and celery.
10
Cover; simmer until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 6 minutes.
11
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
12
Cool soup slightly.
13
Chill uncovered until cold, then cover.
14
Keep chilled.
15
Bring to simmer before continuing.)
16
Add orzo; simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
17
Mix in cannellini and basil; cook until heated, about 5 minutes.
18
Season with salt and pepper.

1898

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

278

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 medium onions, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 3 pounds turkey wings, cut at joints, and more.

Yes, Turkey Soup with Orzo and White Beans falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Turkey Soup with Orzo and White Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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