Turkey and Rice Soup

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Turkey and Rice Soup.

1. Step 1

   To create a delicious turkey soup, start by grabbing a large stockpot and adding your turkey carcass along with a chopped onion, a couple of carrots, a few celery stalks, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

2. Step 2

   Pour in enough water to completely cover these flavorful ingredients, then bring the mixture to a lively boil.

3. Step 3

   Once it’s bubbling away, cover the pot, lower the heat, and let it simmer gently for about an hour.

4. Step 4

   This is where the magic happens as all those wonderful flavors meld together.

5. Step 5

   After an hour, carefully lift out the turkey carcass and set it aside.

6. Step 6

   Take a moment to pull off any remaining meat from the bones, making sure to reserve that tasty turkey for later, and then discard the carcass.

7. Step 7

   Next, using a slotted spoon, remove the vegetables and bay leaves from the pot, leaving behind a rich, aromatic stock.

8. Step 8

   Now it’s time to transform that stock into a hearty soup! Add the reserved turkey meat back into the pot, along with some freshly chopped onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and any poultry seasoning you love.

9. Step 9

   Bring this delightful mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the vegetables are tender, which should take about 20 to 30 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Finally, stir in some cooked rice and season your soup with salt and pepper to taste.

11. Step 11

    Let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, just enough time for the rice and turkey to warm through.

12. Step 12

    Now, ladle your comforting turkey soup into bowls, and enjoy the cozy flavors that remind you of home!.