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Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe

Cozy Up with This Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe

A comforting and quick Leftover Turkey Soup perfect for using up Thanksgiving leftovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any cooking oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Recommended for better taste.
  • 1 large Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 1 large Carrot Or use mixed frozen veggies.
  • 2 stalks Celery Fresh is ideal, dried flakes work too.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, powder can substitute.
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 2 sprigs Thyme Fresh preferred, dried can substitute.
  • 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Body
  • 6 cups Turkey or Chicken Stock Homemade is preferred.
  • 3 cups Cooked Turkey or Chicken Any leftover cooked poultry.
  • 1 cup Giant/Pearl Couscous Can replace with traditional pasta or quinoa.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley (Chopped) Dill can be used as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Melt and bubble, then add 1 diced onion, 1 chopped carrot, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Pour in 6 cups of turkey stock alongside any leftover cooked turkey, roughly chopped. Toss in 2 bay leaves, increase heat to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in 1 cup of giant couscous. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender but al dente. Remove bay leaves before serving.
  4. Ladle warm soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftover soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months. Reheat gently and add a splash of broth or water if too thick after freezing.

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