Description
Classic Homemade Turkey Noodle Soup is a warm, comforting dish featuring tender shredded turkey, hearty egg noodles, and fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful low-sodium chicken broth. Perfect for using up leftover turkey, this easy-to-make soup is both satisfying and nourishing, ideal for chilly days or whenever you need a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked Turkey (Shredded or diced, preferably leftover turkey)
- 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth (Base of the soup for savory depth)
- 2 cups Egg Noodles (Hearty noodles that soak up the broth)
- 2 medium Carrots (Diced for natural sweetness)
- 2 stalks Celery (Diced for crisp texture)
- 1 medium Onion (Chopped for foundational flavor)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced for robust flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme (Adds earthy aroma)
- 2 leaves Bay Leaves (For depth of flavor)
- to taste Salt and Pepper (Essential for seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (For sautéing vegetables)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté onions: Add chopped onion to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent, releasing its flavor.
- Cook carrots and celery: Add the diced carrots and celery and continue sautéing for an additional 5 minutes to soften the vegetables.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the soup’s flavor base.
- Add broth: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and stir everything together to combine the flavors.
- Add turkey and herbs: Add the shredded turkey, dried thyme, and bay leaves, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer soup: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Cook noodles: Add egg noodles to the pot and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- Season and finish: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Remove and discard the bay leaves.
- Serve: Serve the soup hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs for extra aroma and color.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked turkey for best flavor and convenience.
- Substitute gluten-free noodles if needed for dietary preferences.
- Adjust the amount of broth if you prefer a thicker or thinner soup.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme make a great garnish.
- Low-sodium broth allows for better control over the saltiness of your soup.
