Turkey Carcass Soup
A nourishing and flavorful soup made from leftover turkey carcass and fresh vegetables, perfect for warm comfort during chilly days.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 piece turkey carcass Use leftover from a holiday meal
- 10 cups water To cover the turkey carcass
Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots, chopped Fresh organic preferred
- 2 stalks celery, chopped Fresh organic preferred
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference
Optional Additions
- as needed leftover turkey meat, chopped For extra heartiness
- for garnish fresh parsley Chopped for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the turkey carcass into a large pot.
- Pour in 10 cups of water, covering the carcass completely.
- Chop the carrots, celery, and onion, and add them to the pot.
- Mince the garlic and add it to the pot.
- Add the bay leaf and sprinkle in the dried thyme.
Cooking
- Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to let it simmer gently for 2 to 3 hours.
- After simmering, carefully remove the carcass from the pot.
- Let the carcass cool slightly, then pick off any remaining turkey meat.
- Discard any bones or inedible parts.
- Strain the broth into a large bowl to remove the vegetables and bits from the carcass.
- Season the broth with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in any leftover turkey meat if desired and allow it to warm through.
Serving
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Pair with crusty bread for a hearty meal.
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Notes
Ensure the carcass used is from a properly cooked turkey for the best flavor. You can add other vegetables or grains as desired.