An easy and tasty way to turn leftover turkey from the holidays into a filling and cozy supper is to make leftover turkey noodle soup. This soup is a great way to use up any leftover turkey because it has a flavorful broth, succulent turkey bits, and comforting egg noodles.
Made by combining leftover turkey with fresh veggies and a flavorful broth, leftover turkey noodle soup is a filling and rich dish. The base is usually made out of sautéed celery, carrots, and onions, which provide a tasty base. The soup’s flavor enhances by the addition of herbs such bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme. The broth is supplemented with egg noodles, leftover turkey, and optional frozen peas for added nutrition and color. The end product is a filling, hot soup that’s ideal for cold days and guarantees that nothing is wasted. It’s a tasty way to use up leftovers, especially when topped with fresh parsley!
Ingredients:
- Two cups of cooked turkey leftovers, diced or shredded
- Six cups of homemade or store-bought turkey or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 medium carrots, cut into slices
- 2 chopped celery stalks
- Dried thyme, one teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary (optional)
- To taste, add salt and pepper
- Two cups of egg noodles, or pasta of your choice
- Half a cup of frozen peas (optional; adds nutrition and color)
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a big pot over a medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until it is soft, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Next, add the minced garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chicken (or turkey) broth and mix everything together.
- Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and rosemary, if using.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the soup for ten to fifteen minutes, or until the veggies are soft, after bringing it to a gentle boil.
- Add the egg noodles to the broth and cook until just cooked, following the directions on the package (typically 7–10 minutes). Stirring occasionally will keep them from sinking to the bottom.
- After you cook noodles, mix in the frozen peas (if using) and any remaining shredded turkey. Heat the turkey for three to five minutes, stirring frequently, until it is thoroughly warmed.
- If necessary, taste the soup and add additional salt and pepper to balance the seasoning.
- Add freshly chopped parsley as a garnish after ladling the soup into dishes.
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