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Leftover Turkey Soup

Delicious Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe for a Cozy Meal

This Leftover Turkey Soup transforms holiday leftovers into a warm, comforting dish everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded leftover turkey
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onions, carrots, and celery in a splash of oil for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in the shredded turkey, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
  6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 3g

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables or spices to suit your taste. This soup can be refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stove, adding water to adjust consistency if necessary.

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