Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe

"The recipe for this homemade leftover turkey soup recipe is based in the traditional chicken noodle soup but we added a little twist. Besides homemade turkey stock we add leftover turkey pieces and instead of traditional egg noodles we throw in half a cup of giant couscous also known as Israeli couscous or pearl couscous."

"Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 onion or 2 shallots 1 carrot, large 2 stalks celery 1 clove garlic 4 sprigs thyme or ½ tsp dried thyme 6 cups turkey or chicken stock ½ cup giant/pearl couscous 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken 2 bay leaves salt and pepper to taste 1 tbsp parsley, chopped"

"Directions: Saute chopped onion, celery, carrots and a clove of garlic with thyme leaves in oil and butter over low heat for 5 minutes. Add turkey or chicken stock, cooked turkey, bay leaves and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the giant couscous or noodles and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat until the couscous is tender. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve. If you enjoy this leftover turkey soup recipe, be sure to check out some of our other delicious soup recipes Fill your cold weather days with a pot of hearty soup simmering on the stove. These flavor packed gluten-free recipes will warm the body on a chilly evening. Get your ladles ready - your family will want seconds."

Homemade leftover turkey soup combines sautéed onion, celery, carrot, and garlic with thyme in olive oil and butter. Turkey or chicken stock and cooked turkey pieces simmer with bay leaves, salt and pepper to build rich flavor. Giant (Israeli/pearl) couscous replaces traditional egg noodles and cooks in the broth for ten minutes until tender. Chopped parsley finishes the soup, adding brightness. The recipe offers a practical way to use Thanksgiving leftovers and suggests alternative soups, including a gluten-free creamy turkey wild rice version made with Greek yogurt for a lighter, hearty meal.

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