Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup

Don't let your leftover turkey go to waste! Add it to this cozy, comforting soup recipe along with plenty of vegetables and white beans.

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Keyword Easy Soup Recipe, Homemade Turkey Stock, Leftover Turkey

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 289kcal

Author Cara Harbstreet

Ingredients

2 tbsp butter
1 large carrot chopped or sliced, or 2 medium (about 1 cup total)
1/2 large white or yellow onion diced, about 1 cup total
2 ribs celery sliced, about 1 cup total
1/8 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp MSG
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp dried thyme or fresh, if available
6 cups Homemade Turkey Stock or packaged chicken or vegetable stock
2 cups water
1 can white beans (cannellini, garbanzo, Great Northern, or similar) drained
3 cups leftover turkey, white and/or dark meat roughly chopped or shredded
3 cups egg noodles about 6 oz
fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions

Prep Steps

Slice or chop the carrots, onions, and celery. Measure the spices, turkey or chicken stock, and water. Drain and rinse the white beans, then set aside until ready to add.

Cooking Instructions

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add half of the butter and once melted, add the carrots, onion, and celery along with the salt.
Let the veggies sweat out moisture for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the remaining butter along with the spices: MSG, black pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Saute another 1-2 minutes.
Add the turkey or chicken stock, stirring to deglaze the bottom of the pot. Once mixed, add the water and bring to a low boil. Once simmering, add the egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes) with the lid on.
As the noodles finish cooking, stir in the leftover turkey and white beans. Allow to heat through for 3-5 minutes, covered, stirring occasionally. Adjusting seasonings (optional) and garnish with chopped parsley if using. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 4-5 days, reheating in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat when ready to eat again.

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