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Leftover Turkey Soup

A warm and comforting turkey soup made with leftover turkey, fresh vegetables, and savory herbs.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots (3 large)
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion (1 medium)
  • 1 1/4 cups chopped celery (3 ribs)
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves)
  • 8 cups homemade turkey stock or store-bought chicken broth
  • 2 tsp minced thyme
  • 2 tsp minced rosemary
  • 2 tsp minced sage
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 cups dry rotini pasta or medium egg noodles
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups leftover cooked turkey, shredded or chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 3/4 cup leftover turkey gravy or 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 1/4 cups frozen petite corn
  • 3 Tbsp chopped parsley (or 1 tbsp dried)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped carrots, onion, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 8 to 10 minutes until nearly softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer.
  4. Pour in the turkey stock and add thyme, rosemary, sage, and optional nutmeg. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat and cover. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add pasta to the pot and cook until tender, about 6 to 12 minutes.
  7. Stir in cooked turkey, frozen corn, and optional gravy or cream. Warm through.
  8. Finish by stirring in chopped parsley. Optionally add lemon zest or juice.

Notes

This soup is great for meal prep and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or pasta.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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