From classic and creamy to surprising international twists, these leftover turkey soup recipes guarantee a cozy and delicious way to savor every last bit of your holiday bird.
We are big fans of homemade soup, especially when it's all about that leftover holiday turkey. These easy turkey soup recipes keep it simple, with ingredients that won't break the bank during a season when everything else seems to.
In our house, turning leftover turkey into cozy soup is an established post-holiday tradition. It's not just about saving money; there's just something awesome about turning holiday leftovers into a hearty bowl of soup that keeps that festive feeling going strong.
Quick Tip: How to Make Homemade Soup Stock
Many, if not most, turkey soups begin with a good turkey stock. Homemade turkey stock can be made from three basic elements: water, a turkey carcass, and aromatics.
What follows is a brief overview of how to make homemade turkey stock for soups. For a deeper dive into the process, detailed step-by-step instructions can be found at Hearty Homemade Chicken Stock.
- Place the carcass and any leftover turkey skin into a large stockpot. Toss in aromatics (i.e., vegetable scraps and/or chopped vegetables, herbs, etc.).
- Pour enough water to reach about an inch above the carcass and veggies. (You can add salt and other seasonings now; or wait to add them when you make soup, when you can season to taste.)
- Cover the pot, bring it to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat to a simmer and let it bubble away for an hour and a half.
- Remove the pot from heat and it let steep, covered, for at least 1 hour.
- Once the stock has steeped and cooled, strain it using a metal colander to remove the bones and vegetables.
- Optional: To skim the fat from the stock, use the "ice cube trick" for a quick fix, or let the stock cool until the fat rises to the top and use a skimmer or large flat spoon. Alternatively, refrigerate it for about an hour, making it easy to lift off the solidified fat layer.
Looking for Leftover Turkey recipes that are not soup? Visit our mouthwatering list of Leftover Turkey Main Dish Recipes, including sandwiches, salads, casseroles, and stews.
Leftover Turkey Soup Recipes
Turkey Noodle Soup
Seamlessly combining taste and tradition, this simple Turkey Noodle Soup transforms leftover turkey into a cozy and flavorful all-season soup that warms you from the inside out.
Turkey Pumpkin Curry Soup with Rice
Keep the autumn vibes alive with Turkey Pumpkin Curry Soup with Rice – a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for chilly fall nights, Made with coconut milk, this creamy soup only takes 20 minutes, and is a great way to put leftover turkey to good use!
Five Spice Turkey Noodle Soup
This unique turkey soup is a flavor explosion! Made with Chinese five spice, loads of ginger, lime juice, basil, and fish sauce in a fresh stock, it is simply delicious.
Turkey Vegetable Soup
Turn those holiday leftovers into a yummy dinner that lasts for days with this easy Homemade Turkey Soup recipe. Grab your leftover turkey, throw in some veggies and barley, and boom — it can be ready in under an hour.
Autumn Wild Rice Soup with Turkey
This hearty, dairy-free Autumn Wild Rice Soup features mushrooms, carrots, and leftover turkey. Dutchoven recipe; perfect for cool fall months.
Creamy Turkey Noodle Soup
Make this quick Creamy (Turkey) Noodle Soup on the stovetop using leftover turkey, egg noodles, and fresh veggies. It's thick, hearty, and perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings or warming up in cold weather.
Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Soup with Rice
Turn your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers into a creamy, comforting soup with this easy one-pot recipe. Made with tender turkey, plenty of veggies, a hearty wild rice blend, and a creamy broth, this quick homemade soup will become fa family favorite.
Turkey & Wild Rice Soup
After Thanksgiving, when the turkey's picked clean, we make Turkey & Wild Rice Soup. Rich turkey broth simmers with carrots, celery, and onions, and fragrant thyme to create a delicious and flavorful soup.
Creamy Turkey Soup with Mushrooms & Thyme
Use up those turkey leftovers in this Creamy Turkey Soup. Loaded with veggies and a touch of thyme and garlic, it will warm you up from the inside out.
Homemade Turkey Taco Soup
Packed with adobo-spiced turkey, black beans, tomatoes, and corn in a tasty zesty broth, this Turkey Taco Soup makes an easy, healthy dinner choice.
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