Name: Turkey Cheeseburger Soup
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ pound 93% lean ground turkey; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons flour (all-purpose, wheat or gluten-free); ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth; 10 ounces Yukon gold potatoes (2 medium potatoes), peeled and finely diced; 1 (12-ounce) wedge cauliflower (1/4 of a large head), stem attached; ¼ cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped scallions, for garnish; freshly-ground black pepper

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Brown the ground turkey in a large stockpot over medium-high heat, using a wooden spoon to break the meat into small pieces as it cooks, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain the turkey and transfer to a small bowl.

Add the butter to the stockpot and cook until melted. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour, kosher salt, and black pepper, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste. Pour in the chicken broth, add the diced potatoes, cauliflower, and reserved ground turkey, then stir to combine.

Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the stockpot, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes.

Transfer the cauliflower and 1 cup of the cooking liquid to a blender and blend until completely smooth. Pour the cauliflower puree back into the soup and stir until well incorporated. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese is fully melted.

Serve the soup warm, garnished with chopped scallions and additional shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

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Gather IngredientsMise en place makes cooking easier
Brown Ground TurkeyBreak meat into small, even pieces
Drain TurkeyDrain excess fat for a lighter soup
Watch out · Melt ButterMelt butter over medium heat to avoid burning
Soften VegetablesStir often for even cooking
Watch out · Cook Flour MixtureStir constantly to avoid clumping
Add Broth & VeggiesStir well to combine all ingredients
Simmer SoupKeep covered for even cooking

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No ground turkey? Lean ground beef or chicken works the same way in this soup.
No Yukon gold potatoes? Russet or red potatoes can be diced and simmered in their place.
No reduced-fat cheddar? Regular sharp cheddar melts in just the same.

Notes by Meez Magic, written for this recipe. Use your judgment.

The story behind itWhat Is Turkey Cheeseburger Soup? Origins, Variations, SidesTurkey cheeseburger soup turns the flavors of an American diner classic into a creamy, savory bowl made with lean ground turkey. Here is where the idea comes from, how it varies, and what to serve alongside it.

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