Creamy Chicken or Turkey Noodle Soup

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 3 cups 2% low-fat milk
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 12-1 teaspoon onion powder
• 12-1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups cooked skinless chicken breasts or 2 cups cooked turkey breast, chopped
• 8 ounces medium egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 12-34 cup chredded colby-monterey jack cheese

1. Melt the butter in a large pot then add the broth, milk, spices, & bay leaves.
2. Cut the cream cheese into small squares then add them to the pot along with the parmesan & chicken (or turkey).
3. Stir in the noodles & simmer for 10-12 minutes.
4. Mix the cornstarch with a little water then stir into the pot.
5. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the soup thickens.
6. Add the cheese then stir until melted.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/creamy-chicken-or-turkey-noodle-soup-419381 (may not work)