Best 3 Aunt Wandas Turkey Carcass Soup Recipes

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Thanksgiving is coming, and you may have a lot of leftover turkey. Don't throw away the carcass! It's perfect for making a delicious and nutritious soup. This recipe for Aunt Wanda's Turkey Carcass Soup will help you create a flavorful broth filled with tender meat, vegetables, and herbs. You can also add in some leftover stuffing or rice for a more substantial meal.

In addition to the main soup recipe, this article also includes two additional variations: a Slow Cooker Turkey Carcass Soup and a Turkey Carcass Pho. The slow cooker version is perfect for busy weeknights, while the pho is a flavorful Vietnamese noodle soup that's perfect for a cold winter day.

No matter which recipe you choose, you'll be able to enjoy a delicious and comforting soup that's perfect for using up leftover turkey. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BIRD TO THE LAST DROP



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts vegetable stock
1 turkey carcass
1 (10-ounce) box frozen mixed vegetables
1/2 cup rice
2 cups cooked turkey, cubed
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
2 teaspoons dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the vegetable stock and the turkey carcass in a large soup pot over low heat and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the stock. Cover and simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Remove the bones before serving.

AUNT WANDA'S TURKEY CARCASS SOUP



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Eat to your heart's content the day after and/or freeze in several units. Take out of the freezer and heat in the zapper or in a double boiler. Enjoy that T-Day turkey until New Year's. Despite the name it is a really great soup that my sister's friend shared with me. This recipe is meant to use up any leftover vegetables and other ingredients; leftover green beans would make a great addition. Celery, onions, spinach and cabbage are tasty, too!

Provided by Michael Deborah

Categories     Turkey Soup

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 carcass
3 large carrots, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1 cup chopped cabbage
2 cups white rice

Steps:

  • Pick your Thanksgiving turkey nearly clean. (Turkey salad is great for a few days, or even turkey pot pies.) We are not real concerned about the choice meat here. Dump the turkey and all of its debris, including the juices, into a large pot. Add green beans, celery, spinach, cabbage, and white rice. Pour in enough water to cover everything.
  • Bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for an hour or so. Add more water as needed.
  • Remove all turkey bones and unwanted debris (i.e., skin, cartilage, etc.). There you have it. It's kind of a culinary scrapbook of your Turkey Day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 182.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

TURKEY CARCASS SOUP



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A great way to not waste a single bite of turkey. This is a delicious soup and one of my favorites. If you want to freeze some, leave out the potatoes.

Provided by Please Close My Account

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Turkey Soup Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 turkey carcass
4 quarts water
6 small potatoes, diced
4 large carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 large onion, diced
1 ½ cups shredded cabbage
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
½ cup uncooked barley
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 pinch dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place the turkey carcass into a large soup pot or stock pot and pour in the water; bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook the turkey frame until the remaining meat falls off the bones, about 1 hour. Remove the turkey carcass and remove and chop any remaining turkey meat. Chop the meat.
  • Strain the broth through a fine mesh strainer into a clean soup pot. Add the chopped turkey to the strained broth; bring the to a boil, reduce heat, and stir in the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, cabbage, tomatoes, barley, Worcestershire sauce, salt, parsley, basil, bay leaf, black pepper, paprika, poultry seasoning, and thyme. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 1 more hour. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 438.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a large pot or Dutch oven to make the soup. This will allow you to easily fit all of the ingredients and make sure that the soup cooks evenly.
  • Roast the turkey carcass before making the soup. This will give the soup a richer flavor.
  • Add vegetables to the soup for extra flavor and nutrition. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and garlic.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or sage.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Aunt Wanda's Turkey Carcass Soup is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great way to get a healthy meal on the table in a hurry. With its simple ingredients and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you have leftover turkey, don't throw it away! Make Aunt Wanda's Turkey Carcass Soup instead.

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