50+ Friends Club Cookbook -- Poultry -- Turkey Stew

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Turkey Stew

From the Kitchen of: Paz
Source: Low-Salt Cookbook

1 1/4	lb	Uncooked turkey breast, skinned, all visible fat removed
1/4	cup	Flour
3	Tbsp	Acceptable margarine
2	cloves	Garlic, minced
2	cups	Low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2	cup	Sliced carrots
1 1/2	cup	Sliced celery
1	cup	Green peas
1	tsp	Fresh lemon juice
		Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Rinse turkey breast and pat dry. Cut into 1/2 inch cubes and dredge in flour.
Melt margarine in a large pot over medium heat. Add turkey and saute until lightly browned, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 to 2 minutes.
Add chicken broth, carrots and celery. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer 45 to 60 minutes. Add peas and cook 5 additional minutes.
Add lemon juice and black pepper and serve.
Yield: Serves 6
Nutrient analysis: Calories 236; protein 26 g; carbohydrate 12 g; total fat 9 g; (Saturated 2 g; Polyunsaturated 2 g; Monounsaturated 3 g) cholesterol 56 mg; sodium 133 mg; potassium 483 mg; calcium 46 mg.