Mashed Potato and Turkey Soup

A simple recipe for leftovers. Souper easy and souper good!!!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1  medium yellow onion, diced
• 2  cups button mushrooms, sliced
• 1  medium carrot, coarsely grated
• 1  teaspoon dried thyme
• 4  cups low sodium chicken broth
• 3  cups mashed potatoes
• 2  cups  cooked turkey, chopped
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the onion, mushrooms, carrot, and thyme, and saute until the onion is just translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
2. Add the broth and mashed potatoes. Stir until potatoes are mostly dissolved and broth is smooth.
3. Add the turkey and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.