Savory Turkey Pasta Soup: A Flavorful Instant Pot Delight

Ingredients

• 1. A tablespoon of premium extra virgin olive oil
• 2. One finely diced medium onion
• 3. One and a half cups of thinly sliced carrots
• 4. A cup of diced celery pieces
• 5. A cup of freshly sliced mushrooms
• 6. A pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 7. A tablespoon of freshly minced garlic, adjust to taste
• 8. Six cups of rich turkey broth
• 9. Two cups of diced cooked turkey
• 10. Two cups of finely chopped kale leaves
• 11. A can of diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces) with their natural juices
• 12. Two teaspoons of flavorful dried Italian seasoning
• 13. A single bay leaf for added aroma
• 14. Half a package (16 ounces) of spiral rotini pasta, or more as desired

Step 1

Start by firing up your trusty multi-functional pressure cooker, whether it's a 6- or 8-quart marvel like an Instant Pot®. Hit the Saute button and let the pot get nice and toasty. Drizzle in some luscious olive oil and let it sizzle till it dances, typically around 2 minutes. Toss in your onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms, a sprinkle of salt, and a crack of black pepper. Cook them until they start to get tender and cozy, stirring occasionally, usually around 5 minutes. Add in the garlic and keep sauteing until its aroma fills the air, approximately 1 minute. Pour in the turkey broth, add the turkey, kale, diced tomatoes (and their juices), a pinch of Italian seasoning, and a noble bay leaf. Give everything a good mix to let the flavors mingle.

Step 2

Seal up the lid and set the pressure to high based on your gadget's manual; then, dial in 15 minutes on the timer. It'll take another 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to rise to the occasion.

Step 3

When it's time to let off some steam, follow the natural-release method as per your cooker's guidelines, roughly 15 minutes. Gently twist the valve to let out the rest of the pressure using the quick-release technique, usually about 5 minutes. Once the lid is free to open, do the honors.

Step 4

While the pressure is easing off, get a large pot of water on the stove and bring it to a lively boil, salted just right. Toss in the rotini and let it dance in the bubbles until it's tender but still has a bite, around 8 minutes. Drain it like a pro.

Step 5

Serve up the pasta in bowls and crown it with the delightful turkey, broth, and veggie medley. Enjoy your heartwarming creation!