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super easy leftover turkey soup

Recipe by
Sue Lorraine
Jettersville, VA

Times are hard and being economical is on the top of my list. Don't let the turkey carcass go to waste! Very little prep time and very delicious!

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For super easy leftover turkey soup

  • 5
    carrots, chopped(chunky)
  • 3
    celery, chopped(chunky) (include leaves)
  • 1
    onion, chopped(chunky) (include skins)
  • 4
    bay leaves
  • 1
    turkey carcass (leftover)
  • water (fill until turkey is covered)
  • 1 pkg
    mixed vegetables, frozen
  • 1 pkg
    egg noodles
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make super easy leftover turkey soup

  • 1
    Put first 5 ingredients into a large stock pot. over with water. Bring to a boil on high. Skim off foam and turn onto simmer. Cover and let cook for 5-6 hours. No need to tend to it while it is cooking! Cover and check now and then to add more water if needed. Strain the stock and discard the bones and vegetables. Do not try to use these vegetables as they will have zero taste (all the nutrients are in the stock). Return stock to stove top and add pkg of vegetables. Return to boil and add noodles and cook according to package instructions. Your house will smell wonderful and you have a tasty, nutrient dense warm meal! Enjoy!
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