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Turkey Carcass Soup Recipe

Save the turkey carcass from your Thanksgiving dinner and transform it into a delicious soup! This Leftover Turkey soup is perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. It features veggies, noodles, and a savory broth.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1 onion minced
  • 4 celery stalks diced
  • 4 large carrots diced
  • 12 cups water
  • 1 turkey carcass
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 tablespoons fresh parsley minced
  • 16 ounces pasta noodles of your choice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or a Dutch oven. Add the garlic, onions, celery, carrots, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for about 5-6 minutes until browned. Then pour in 6 cups of water.
  • Add the turkey carcass, chicken bouillon, bay leaves and parsley. Add the remaining water and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • When the soup begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 hours. After 2 hours, use tongs to remove the meat from the carcass and add it to the soup.
  • Remove the turkey carcass from the soup and set it aside to cool.
  • Add the pasta or noodles to the soup and cook until tender.
  • Remove any remaining meat from the turkey carcass and add it to the soup.
  • Remove the bay leaves and any small pieces of bones, skin, or cartilage from the soup.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper if necessary, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Net Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 285mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5275IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg