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Next Day Turkey Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250
A hearty and comforting soup made with leftover turkey and fresh vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

Broth

  • 2 quarts chicken or turkey broth (or mixture of vegetable broth, chicken broth and water)

Turkey

  • 1 whole turkey carcass (all meat removed)

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion (halved)
  • 1 medium carrot (halved lengthwise)
  • 1 stalk celery (left whole)
  • 1 medium bay leaf

Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Garlic

  • 2 cloves garlic cloves (smashed)

Additional Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion (minced)
  • 1 large carrot (peeled and minced)
  • 1 stalk celery (minced)
  • 1 medium sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
  • 1 medium bay leaf
  • 1 cup trimmed green beans (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 3 cups turkey meat (shredded or cubed)

Instructions 

  • Combine broth, turkey carcass, and vegetables in a large pot. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, skimming foam as needed.
  • Remove carcass and vegetables; strain broth if desired.
  • Add shredded turkey, green beans, sweet potato, sage, and bay leaf to the broth. Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

Use leftover turkey for best flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Turkey