Tender turkey meatballs simmered with vegetables in a flavorful broth, ideal for simple, hearty meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the meatballs
01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For the broth
08 - 6 cups chicken broth
09 - 3 medium carrots, sliced
10 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
11 - 1 cup chopped kale
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until just combined.
02 - Form the mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs. Optionally, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and brown meatballs lightly on all sides, turning gently.
03 - Transfer the meatballs to a freezer-safe container. Add chicken broth, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and chopped kale around the meatballs.
04 - Freeze container until ready to use. To prepare, thaw fully in the refrigerator, then transfer contents to a large saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until meatballs are fully cooked and vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
