Craving a warm and comforting meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than homemade turkey soup! In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey, exploring various recipes that turn leftover turkey into a delicious and nutritious soup. From classic broth-based soups to creamy chowders and hearty stews, we've got you covered. Whether you prefer a simple and quick weekday meal or an elegant centerpiece for your dinner table, our diverse collection of recipes caters to every taste and skill level. Get ready to savor the rich flavors of turkey, vegetables, and herbs, all coming together in a symphony of taste. So, let's dive in and discover the art of making mouthwatering turkey soup from scratch!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
TURKEY SOUP
My daughter got this recipe from her husband's mother. As in many households, our turkey gets picked over for a few days after the holidays. This soup is especially good on cold winter nights when it's snowing...which happens a lot where I live! -Carol Brethauer, Denver, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 4h30m
Yield 12 servings (5 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a stockpot, place turkey carcass, water and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 4-5 hours. , Remove carcass from stock. Remove any meat; dice. Return to stock along with rice, onion, celery, carrots, bay leaf and poultry seasoning. Add remaining seasonings to taste. Cover; simmer over medium-low heat until rice is cooked. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HOMEMADE TURKEY SOUP
You can make the most of even the smallest pieces of leftover meat on your holiday turkey with this homemade turkey soup. I simmer the bones to get the rich flavor, then easily remove any meat that remains. I add rice, vegetables and cream soup for a hearty turkey soup that's tasty and economical. -June Sangrey, Manheim, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 3h5m
Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the turkey carcass in a stockpot; add the water, onion, salt and bay leaves. Slowly bring to a boil over low heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours., Remove carcass; cool. Strain broth and skim fat. Discard onion and bay leaves. Return broth to the pan. Add the carrots, rice, celery and chopped onion; cover and simmer until rice and vegetables are tender. , Remove turkey from bones; discard bones and cut turkey into bite-size pieces. Add turkey and cream soup to broth; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 391mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HOMEMADE TURKEY SOUP
This recipe comes from a number of years of playing in the kitchen. I find that the addition of beef stock to the recipe adds depth to a usually bland soup. Any type of pasta can be used.
Provided by Margaret Bannon
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Turkey Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; saute celery, carrots, onion, parsley, and bay leaf until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Add beef stock, chicken stock, turkey, salt, and pepper to vegetable mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot with a lid, and simmer until soup is heated through, about 15 minutes.
- Stir rotini into soup and cook until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 856.9 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
TURKEY CARCASS SOUP
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
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
HOMEMADE TURKEY SOUP
The guests have gone home, the dishes are done-and now the fun part begins. Turn the day after the big meal into a turkey soup-making day, when you can spend a few hours gently simmering a meaty broth and savory vegetables. The result will be a homemade creation that might soon become your black Friday tradition.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 2h55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Break up turkey carcass to fit 6-quart Dutch oven. Add water, salt, pepper, poultry seasoning and bay leaf. Heat to boiling over high heat; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Skim off any residue that rises to the surface. Remove bones, meat and bay leaf from broth; cool. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones, and cut into bite-size pieces; reserve. Discard bones and bay leaf.
- Skim fat from broth; discard. Stir in barley. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in carrots, onions, celery, 3 cups cooked turkey and reserved turkey cut from bones. Simmer uncovered 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables and barley are tender. Stir in parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality turkey carcass. The better the quality of the turkey, the better the soup will be. If you can, use a free-range organic turkey.
- Don't be afraid to use the whole carcass. The neck, back, and wings all add flavor to the soup. Just be sure to remove any excess fat.
- Roast the bones before making the soup. This will help to deepen the flavor of the broth.
- Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more flavorful the soup will be. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, parsnips, and turnips.
- Add some herbs and spices. A few well-chosen herbs and spices can really elevate the flavor of the soup. Some good choices include thyme, rosemary, sage, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
- Simmer the soup for a long time. The longer you simmer the soup, the more flavorful it will be. Aim for at least 2 hours, but you can simmer it for up to 4 hours.
- Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasonings accordingly. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs to taste.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some good choices include crusty bread, crackers, or rice.
Conclusion:
Turkey soup is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. With a little planning and effort, you can make a delicious turkey soup that your family and friends will love.
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