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Close-up of a white bowl filled with rich turkey noodle soup, featuring shredded turkey, egg noodles, carrots, and celery.

Classic Turkey Noodle Soup with Leftover Turkey


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  • Author: Ahazzam
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A simple, comforting recipe for hearty turkey noodle soup, perfect for using up leftover cooked turkey.


Ingredients

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  • 6 cups turkey broth
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded turkey
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 4 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil


Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Pour in the turkey broth. Add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become tender.
  5. Add the shredded turkey and the egg noodles to the pot.
  6. Increase the heat slightly and cook until the noodles are tender, usually 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  8. Season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
  9. Serve hot.

Notes

  • If you do not have leftover turkey, you can use cooked chicken breast or roast turkey meat.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade turkey stock instead of store-bought broth.
  • If you prefer a creamy soup, stir in 1/2 cup of half-and-half or evaporated milk after the noodles are cooked, but do not boil after adding dairy.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 28
  • Cholesterol: 75