Day-After Turkey Soup is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey and turn it into a hearty, flavorful meal. Made with a rich turkey broth, vegetables like carrots, celery, and kale, and boosted with white beans and corn, this soup is packed with protein and fiber. It’s a delicious and wholesome way to transform holiday leftovers into something new and satisfying for the whole family.
Day-After Turkey Soup
Course: SoupsCuisine: American6
servings15
minutes1
hour15
minutes320
kcalIngredients
1 turkey carcass, broken into 3 or 4 pieces
3 carrots, halved crosswise
2 celery stalks, halved crosswise
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Coarse salt to taste
1 teaspoon crumbled dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
5 cups kale leaves, shredded
3 cups leftover diced cooked turkey
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn kernels
1 can (15 1/2 ounces) white beans, drained and rinsed
4 scallions, thinly sliced
Directions
- Make the Broth: In a large pot, combine the turkey carcass, carrots, celery, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes. Skim off any foam that rises to the top. Remove the turkey carcass and strain the broth, discarding the solids.
- Prepare the Soup: Return the strained broth to the pot and stir in the tomato paste, rosemary, red-pepper flakes, and salt. Add the kale leaves, diced turkey, frozen corn, and white beans. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes, until the kale is wilted and the flavors have melded.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the sliced scallions and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup hot with your favorite crusty bread or rolls.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Calories: 320
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 30g
Sodium: 600mg
This Day-After Turkey Soup is a delicious way to make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers. With its rich broth and blend of hearty vegetables, it’s a comforting meal that brings new life to your holiday turkey, ensuring nothing goes to waste.
