How to Make Reinvented Turkey Leftovers Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

After the Thanksgiving feast is over, many of us are left with a surplus of turkey and other leftovers. Instead of simply reheating the same dishes, why not reinvent those leftovers into a delicious and hearty soup? This Reinvented Turkey Leftovers Soup recipe is the perfect way to use up all those leftover turkey meat and vegetables, creating a new and exciting dish that the whole family will love.

This soup is not only a great way to make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers, but...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 turkey carcass
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 bouquet garni of fresh parsley and thyme
  • 2 cups leftover roast turkey, pulled into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 carrot, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 12 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 32 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir 2 chopped carrots, onion, and celery until onion is golden, 7 to 10 minutes. Pour in wine and bring to a simmer. Add turkey carcass, chicken stock, water, bay leaf, and bouquet garni; bring mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, partially covered, for about 1 hour. Skim any fat that comes to the surface and discard.
  • Remove turkey carcass and strain soup into a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in leftover turkey and diced carrot; simmer until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Serve garnished with fresh tarragon.
  • Nutrition

    120 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 532mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 235mg