Leftover Turkey Soup
This hearty leftover turkey soup is a comforting dish perfect for utilizing your holiday turkey leftovers. Packed with vegetables and seasonings, it's warming and can easily be customized to suit your taste.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Chef’s knife
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Wooden spoon or ladle
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 8 cups turkey stock (or chicken stock)
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 cup cooked noodles or rice (optional) For added heartiness.
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the turkey stock (or chicken stock) and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the shredded turkey, peas, green beans, and corn. If using, add the cooked noodles or rice at this point.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, and enjoy your comforting bowl of leftover turkey soup!
Notes
Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables you have on hand, such as potatoes or bell peppers.
This soup freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove over low heat when ready to enjoy another serving.