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Turkey Noodle Soup

Leftlover Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe

Turkey Noodle Soup is a classic soup made with cookedturkey, egg noodles, vegetables, and broth. Common vegetables include onion,carrots, celery, and garlic. Herbs like thyme, bay leaf, and parsley add mildflavor without overpowering the soup. This soup often appears after holidayswhen cooked turkey remains. Turkey Noodle Soup offers a lighter taste thancreamy soups while still feeling filling. The broth stays clear, and thenoodles absorb flavor as they cook. Many home cooks choose Turkey Noodle Soupfor its simplicity and comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium turkey or chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked turkey shredded or diced
  • 1 ½ cups egg noodles
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large Stockpot or Dutch Oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Ladle
  • Soup Bowls

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir often.
  4. Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add turkey, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  6. Lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Add egg noodles and cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
  8. Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  9. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top and serve hot.

Notes

Turkey Noodle Soup tastes best when flavors build slowly. Cooking vegetables first releases natural sweetness. Adding noodles near the end keeps them firm. If you plan leftovers, cook noodles separately and add them when serving. This step prevents soggy noodles the next day.