Turkey Soup with Couscous and Spinach

Yield: 4 servings

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2-3 carrots, chopped

2-3 stalks celery, chopped

salt and pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp thyme

1 bay leaf

6 cups turkey stock

3/4 cup pearl couscous

2 cups leftover turkey, chopped

juice of 1/2 lemon

2 cups spinach

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until partially softened.

2. Add the garlic, thyme, and bay leaf and cook another minute.

3. Add the stock (or water) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.

4. Add the pearl couscous. Simmer another 10 minutes until couscous is cooked.

5. Add the turkey and lemon juice. Cook for another few minutes until turkey is warmed through.

6. Add spinach just before serving. Stir to wilt spinach.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove bay leaf before serving.

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