Quick Turkey Chili Soup

• 1 T. olive oil
• 1 onion -- diced
• 1 red bell pepper -- diced
• 2/3 c. sliced carrot
• 2 T. chili powder
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. ground chipotle pepper
• 2 quarts tomato juice
• 1/2 c. frozen sweet corn -- thawed
• 1/2 c. frozen sweet peas -- thawed
• 1 (15 oz.) can black-eyed peas -- rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 oz.) can black beans -- rinsed and drained
• 2 c. shredded roast turkey

Heat the oil in a heavy stockpot and saute the onion, pepper and carrot over medium-high heat until softened. Add the seasonings and cook for an additional minute. Add the tomato juice and bring to a low boil. Add the remaining ingredients and add additional juice or water to cover vegetables and turkey. Simmer the soup for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

• Yields: 8-10 servings
• Preparation Time: 30 minutes