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Turkey-Stuffing Soup

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This Turkey-Stuffing Soup is the ultimate way to use up leftovers after a big meal. By simmering the roasted turkey carcass with aromatic vegetables and herbs, you create a deeply flavorful, golden broth that serves as the soul of the dish. The addition of leftover stuffing adds heartiness and texture, absorbing the savory turkey gravy and rich stock. Its a warm, satisfying bowl of comfort that tastes like home. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy family dinner, this soup requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Its a simple, rustic recipe that turns scraps into a star dish, ensuring nothing goes to waste while providing a delicious, protein-packed meal for your loved ones.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8
Calories: 47.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Turkey-Stuffing Soup is the ultimate way to use up leftovers after a big meal. By simmering the roasted turkey carcass with aromatic vegetables and herbs, you create a deeply flavorful, golden broth that serves as the soul of the dish. The addition of leftover stuffing adds heartiness and texture, absorbing the savory turkey gravy and rich stock. Its a warm, satisfying bowl of comfort that tastes like home. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy family dinner, this soup requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Its a simple, rustic recipe that turns scraps into a star dish, ensuring nothing goes to waste while providing a delicious, protein-packed meal for your loved ones.
Ingredients
  • 1 Roasted Turkey carcass
  • 2.5 quarts Cold water
  • 3 Carrots, thickly sliced
  • 3 Celery stalks with leaves, sliced
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 0.5 cup Chopped parsley
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme, crumbled
  • 2.5 cups Leftover turkey stuffing
  • 2 cups Turkey gravy
  • Salt to taste
Directions
  1. 1
    Place the roasted turkey carcass in a large soup pot.
  2. 2
    Add 2.5 quarts of cold water to the pot.
  3. 3
    Add the sliced carrots, sliced celery stalks (including leaves), chopped onion, chopped parsley, bay leaf, and crumbled dried thyme.
  4. 4
    Stir in the leftover turkey stuffing and turkey gravy.
  5. 5
    Season with salt to taste.
  6. 6
    Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. 7
    Reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
  8. 8
    Stir the soup thoroughly to break up any clumps of stuffing.
  9. 9
    Cover the pot and simmer for about 1.5 hours.
  10. 10
    Remove the turkey carcass from the pot.
  11. 11
    Strip any remaining meat from the carcass and return it to the pot.
  12. 12
    If the soup has reduced too much, add up to 1.5 cups of water to replace evaporation.
  13. 13
    Adjust salt seasoning if necessary.
  14. 14
    Let the soup simmer uncovered for 10 more minutes.
  15. 15
    Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 47.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 17.2mg6%
Sodium 14.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 7.2g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This recipe makes about 10 cups of soup, yielding approximately 8 servings.

Storage: Allow the soup to cool completely before refrigerating. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Ingredient Substitutions: If you don't have leftover stuffing, you can use plain bread cubes or cornbread. For the gravy, chicken gravy or a simple roux-based broth thickener can be used if turkey gravy is unavailable.

Tip: For a cleaner broth, skim any foam or fat that rises to the surface during the initial boiling stage.

Variation: Add other leftover vegetables like peas, corn, or green beans during the last 10 minutes of cooking for added nutrition and color.

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