Description
A comforting and delicious recipe for Leftover Turkey Soup, perfect for using up holiday leftovers. This hearty soup is easy to make and full of flavor, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Leftover Turkey Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups turkey or chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup egg noodles or cooked rice
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add garlic, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and bring the soup to a simmer. Stir in the cooked turkey and egg noodles or rice. Cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the soup is heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley before serving, if using. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- You can substitute noodles with rice, barley, or potatoes.
- Add in extra vegetables like spinach, green beans, or corn to stretch the soup.
- This soup freezes well and is perfect for using up holiday leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
