Easy Turkey Carcass Soup Recipe
This Easy Turkey Carcass Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for using up leftovers from a holiday meal. Packed with vegetables and rich in flavor, it's a satisfying way to enjoy turkey in a new form.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey carcass picked clean of most meat
- 10 cups water or as needed to cover carcass
- 3 cups chopped carrots
- 2 cups chopped celery include leaves if available
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Place the turkey carcass in a large pot and cover with water.
- Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 60 minutes.
- Carefully remove the carcass, allowing it to cool slightly. Meanwhile, add carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the pot.
- Remove any remaining meat from the bones and return the meat to the pot.
- Add thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Before serving, stir in fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
For additional flavor, consider adding a bay leaf to the soup. This recipe is very flexible; feel free to include any leftover vegetables or spices you have on hand.