OLD-FASHIONED TURKEY SOUP

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For added convenience freeze some of the soup in individual serving-size portions.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h10m

Yield 22 servings (5-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 leftover turkey carcass (from a 12-pound turkey)
5 quarts water
SOUP:
3 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 can (28 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, shredded
1 cup chopped celery
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
3/4 cup fresh or frozen peas
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place the turkey carcass and water in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; slowly bring to a boil over low heat. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. , Remove carcass and discard. Strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined colander. If using immediately, skim fat or refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight; remove fat from surface. Stock may be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 4 to 6 months., For soup, return strained broth to pan. Add the turkey, vegetables, rice, bouillon and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until rice and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Ronny King
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas to make it.


Molly Gwen
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


Md Sanid
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my kids.


Patrik Kurti
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This is the best turkey soup I've ever had. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Belal Niazi
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


Tariq TSK
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This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Paul Doering
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Jutt Gondal
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This soup is a must-try for any turkey lover. It's packed with flavor and the turkey is cooked to perfection.


Oluwayemisi Adeniran
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I've tried many turkey soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and comforting.


florence muthoni
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas to make it.


Humera Ansari
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This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's always makes me feel better.


Gary Ewart
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


Nakitto Carol
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my kids.


Okoh Michael
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This soup is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Musafir Jind
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas to make it.


Kxng Keems
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of turkey, but I'm glad I did. The soup was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the turkey was tender and flavorful.


Steevenson Wentz François
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a hit with my family. It's so flavorful and comforting, and the leftovers are even better the next day.