Description
This comforting Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup is a delicious way to use up leftover turkey and homemade turkey stock. It features tender shredded turkey, hearty egg noodles, and a medley of sautéed vegetables simmered to perfection with fresh herbs, creating a warm and nourishing bowl perfect for any day.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 6 cups homemade turkey stock (or low sodium canned)
- 1 bay leaf
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 1 cup diced carrot
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 3 oz uncooked egg noodles (no-yolk noodles recommended)
- 2 cups leftover shredded turkey (about 8 ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare the stock and vegetables: Pour the homemade turkey stock or canned stock into a large saucepan. Add the bay leaf, diced carrots, chopped onion, diced celery, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer the soup: Allow the soup to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and tender. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add noodles and turkey: Stir in the chopped parsley, uncooked egg noodles, and shredded leftover turkey. Cook the soup according to the noodle package directions, about 5 minutes, until the noodles are tender and the turkey is heated through.
- Finish and serve: Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, enjoying the comforting warmth and hearty flavors.
Notes
- Chicken substitution: You can swap the leftover turkey with leftover chicken and use chicken stock instead, making this a perfect leftover chicken noodle soup.
- Time saver: Use low-sodium canned stock or broth if you don’t have homemade turkey stock ready.
- Pasta flexibility: Substitute egg noodles with other types such as rotini or elbow macaroni if preferred.
- Herb variations: Enhance the soup with additional fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or chives for extra aroma and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 3/4 cups
- Calories: 131 kcal
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 57 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25.5 g
- Fiber: 4.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
