Creamy Leftover Turkey Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning mix
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 lb (450 g) leftover turkey, diced
• 1 tablespoon plain flour
• 1 lb (450 g) potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 cups (1 litre) chicken stock
• 1/2 cup (100 ml) half and half (single cream)
• 2 cups (75 g) kale, roughly chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot...: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven and sauté the onion, carrot and celery for 7-8 minutes over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the garlic, Italian seasoning mix and red...: Add the garlic, Italian seasoning mix and red chili flakes and cook for another minute.

3. 3

   Add the leftover turkey, stir to combine, then...: Add the leftover turkey, stir to combine, then stir in the flour.

4. 4

   Next, add the potatoes and chicken stock and...: Next, add the potatoes and chicken stock and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.

5. 5

   Stir in the half and half and add...: Stir in the half and half and add the kale. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the kale wilts. Season to taste and serve hot.