Ingredients

2 lbs ground turkey ( or ground beef )
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
1 envelope onion soup mix
5 cups boiling water
2 cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni or 1 1/2 cups shell pasta
parmesan cheese ( optional )
This hearty soup is perfect for a chilly autumn evening and can be customized to your liking by using either ground turkey or beef. The savory flavors of Italian herbs mixed with the sweetness of pumpkin make for a deliciously balanced meal. Adding in carrots and celery up the nutrition factor and make it a filling meal. This soup is easy to make, takes under 30 minutes from start to finish, and can be reheated for an easy lunch or dinner option.

Instructions

1.Brown the ground meat in a large pot and season with salt, pepper, and Italian herb seasoning.
2.Add the onion soup mix and stir well.
3.Pour in the boiling water, tomato sauce, and soy sauce, and bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat to a simmer and add the celery, carrot, and canned pumpkin.
5.Cook for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6.Meanwhile, cook the elbow macaroni or shell pasta according to package instructions and drain.
7.Serve the soup hot over a bed of cooked pasta and sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired.

PROS

This hearty soup is perfect for a cool autumn evening and is packed with savory flavors and healthy veggies.

It’s also easy to make and can feed a crowd.

CONS

The pasta can add extra calories and carbohydrates to the dish, so it’s best to enjoy this soup in moderation.

Also, those with a tomato allergy might want to avoid this recipe due to the use of tomato sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is packed with nutrition thanks to the presence of pumpkin, celery, and carrots.
Pumpkin is high in fiber, potassium, and Vitamin C, while celery is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Carrots are a great source of Vitamin A and aid in digestion.

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