Best 2 Turkey And Dressing Soup Use Up Those Leftovers Soup Recipes

Have you ever found yourself with a fridge full of leftover turkey and dressing after a big holiday meal? If so, you're not alone. This hearty and flavorful soup is the perfect way to use up those leftovers and create a delicious and satisfying meal. It's also a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.

The soup is made with a simple broth base, which is then simmered with turkey, dressing, vegetables, and herbs. The result is a comforting and flavorful soup that's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables for your family.

In this article, you'll find three different recipes for turkey and dressing soup, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic turkey and dressing soup, made with a simple broth base, cooked turkey, dressing, vegetables, and herbs. The second recipe is a creamy turkey and dressing soup, made with a creamy broth base, cooked turkey, dressing, vegetables, and herbs. The third recipe is a spicy turkey and dressing soup, made with a spicy broth base, cooked turkey, dressing, vegetables, and herbs.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and satisfying soup. So next time you find yourself with leftover turkey and dressing, don't throw it away! Make a pot of turkey and dressing soup instead.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY AND DRESSING SOUP (USE UP THOSE LEFTOVERS SOUP)

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This is more of a concept than an actual measured out recipe. It is how I like to use up Thanksgiving dinner leftovers. I can only have so many turkey sandwiches before I hurl.

Provided by Pot Scrubber

Categories Stocks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

6 cups turkey broth or 6 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups cooked turkey (approximately)
1 cup prepared stuffing (approximately)
carrot (cooked plain)
peas (cooked plain)

Steps:

Directions? Are you kidding? Make it up as you go along but here is an example.
After carving your turkey save any tasty drippings for later to add to your turkey or chicken stock.
Force feed your family left over turkey for a couple of days and then round up the remains of that poor bird.
Heat 4-6 cups or so of homemade turkey stock in a saucepan until simmering, or use purchased chicken stock.
Toss the turkey into the pot along with some stuffing. Cornbread stuffing is particularly nice but I have used both cornbread and bread stuffing. If you have made a fancy smancy raisin/oyster/cranberry/walnut/apple stuffing this recipe is not for you this year. Keep it simple.
If you have any left over steamed peas throw a handful into the pot. If you have any steamed left over carrots throw some of them in, too. Keep in mind I'm not talking about left over pea SALAD or carrots cooked in brown sugar and nutmeg! Keep it simple.
You may or may not need to add any additional seasonings, depending on how well seasoned your stuffing was.
If you don't have any left over veggies that is fine. It is still good with just turkey and stuffing.
Add seasonings if you need to.
Your end result will only be as good as your turkey dinner was to begin with and your own imagination. Good luck!

LEFTOVER TURKEY SOUP WITH STUFFING DUMPLINGS

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An easy and flavorful use of leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Enjoy turkey and stuffing together in this slow cooker soup. Store remaining soup in an airtight container for up to several days or freeze in a well-labeled container.

Provided by My 3 boys

Categories Holidays and Events Recipes Thanksgiving Leftovers

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

5 cups turkey broth
4 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped button mushrooms
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons ground thyme
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon celery seed
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¾ cup milk
2 large eggs
4 cups leftover stuffing
¼ cup dried cranberries
½ medium onion, chopped
½ stalk celery, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons dried sage
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine turkey broth, turkey, onion, celery, carrots, mushrooms, corn, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, basil, celery seed, and red pepper flakes in a 5 1/2-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
About 30 minutes before soup is done, mix milk and eggs together in a large bowl. Add stuffing; toss until bread soaks up the liquid. Add cranberries, onion, celery, sage, parsley, salt, and pepper; toss until well combined. Scoop dumpling mixture with a large cookie scoop and transfer stuffing balls to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
Serve soup with stuffing dumplings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 135.4 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 38.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1836.7 mg, Sugar 11.7 g

Tips:

To make the soup richer and more flavorful, use the turkey carcass instead of water or broth.
If you don't have any leftover dressing, you can use a box of stuffing mix. Just prepare it according to the package directions.
Add some chopped vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, and onions. This will make the soup more nutritious and flavorful.
Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. You can also add a splash of white wine or sherry for extra flavor.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Turkey and dressing soup is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey and dressing. It's a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.