Use up leftover turkey and the turkey carcass in this delicious turkey noodle soup to enjoy for days.
However, the noodles may get a bit mushy and absorb a lot of the broth.
Cook the noodles al dente, if possible, for better storage.
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Another option is to cook the noodles on their own in broth or water and add them for serving.
This works well for freezing the soup, too.
you could freeze this soup for up to 6 months.
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Make the stock in aslow cookerovernight.
To remove the fat, cool the broth.
Then, place the whole stockpot into the refrigerator to chill overnight.
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The next morning you’ve got the option to easily scrape the fat off the top.
The fat will cling to the plastic and will be easily discarded.
It’s not an eco-friendly method, but it works when you’re pressed for time.
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Improvise at will depending on the ingredients you have on hand and how much soup you are making.
Simple Tip!
Don’t be heavy-handed with the salt.
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it’s possible for you to always add salt to the soup that you make with the stock.
Simmer the pot partially uncovered, continuing to skim off any foam that comes to the surface.
After 4 hours of a low simmer, remove the bones and vegetables from the pot.
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Then strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve or strainer.
Then you’re able to add water to taste when making soup or another dish.
Add the carrots, onions, and celery.
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Cook until the onions are softened, about 10 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for a minute more, until fragrant.
Add the stock to the pot.
Add the parsley, poultry seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.
Cook until the vegetables are cooked through.
Add the noodles or rice If adding noodles and cook until al dente, about 4 minutes.
If adding rice, cook for 15 minutes.
If you’re cooking gluten-free or low carb, skip the noodles or rice.
The soup is delicious with just vegetables and turkey.
Cook for 1 more minute to warm the turkey meat.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
You may also want to add some chopped tomatoes, either fresh or canned.
Sometimes a dash or two of Tabasco gives the soup a nice little kick.
