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Winter Minestrone: Hearty Comfort Soup with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham

Winter Minestrone

Warm up with a bowl of this hearty Winter Minestrone, featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 cup chicken ham, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 cup pasta (like ditalini)
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove and chop.
  2. In the same pot, add olive oil, onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until soft.
  3. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, broth, oregano, and thyme; bring to a boil.
  5. Add green beans and pasta; cook until pasta is al dente.
  6. Stir in kale and chopped bacon; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • This soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables.

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Keywords: Winter Minestrone, Soup, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham