When winter arrives, a hot soup feels cozy. Classic Turkey and Rice Soup is a tasty recipe. It’s a delicious way to use up leftover turkey from holidays. This soup brings back memories and traditions. I’ll tell you about the ingredients, steps, and variations of this timeless soup.
Ingredients for Classic Turkey and Rice Soup
For tasty Classic Turkey and Rice Soup, We need these Ingredients:
Stock:
- 1 turkey carcass
- 1 large onion, halved and skin left on
- 1 large carrot, roughly chopped
- 1 stalk celery, roughly chopped
- 1 head garlic, halved
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- salt and ground black pepper like to taste
- 2 quarts water, or as needed
Soup:
- 2 large onions, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups cooked rice
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Classic Turkey and Rice Soup
Now we have all the items. Let’s start cooking the Classic Turkey and Rice Soup.
Step 1
To make the stock: Boil the turkey bones with onion, carrot, celery, garlic, rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Add water to cover. Cover the pot. Turn down the heat. Let it simmer for one hour. This will blend the flavors and make the stock.
Step 2
Take out the turkey body. Take the meat that is left on the bones. Save that meat. Get rid of the body. Use a spoon with holes to take out the vegetables and bay leaves. Throw those away as well.
Step 3
For the soup: Mix onions, carrots, celery, garlic, poultry spice, rosemary, and onion powder into the broth. Boil. Lower heat. Cover pot. Simmer until veggies are very soft, 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 4
Put the cooked rice and saved turkey meat in the soup. Season it with salt and pepper. Cook for five minutes. This will warm up the rice and turkey meat.
Tips and Tricks for Enhancing the Flavor
While the basic recipe for Classic Turkey and Rice Soup is delicious on its own, there are a few tips and tricks you can use to take it to the next level:
- Add a splash of lemon juice or a tablespoon of vinegar to brighten the flavors of the soup.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique twist. Rosemary, sage, or even a pinch of cinnamon can add depth and complexity to the soup.
- For a creamier texture, you can stir in a dollop of sour cream or heavy cream just before serving.
- Don’t forget to garnish your soup with some fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, to add a pop of color and freshness.
Health Benefits
Turkey and Rice Soup is a tasty dish with health perks. Turkey gives you protein to build strong muscles. It also has vitamins that help your brain work well. Veggies in the soup give you fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The rice gives you energy and makes you feel full longer. Eating this soup gives you many good things for your body.
Nutrition values chart
format for the provided nutrition facts:
| Nutrition Facts | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* |
| Servings Per Recipe | 8 | |
| Calories | 115 | |
| Total Fat | 2g | 2% |
| – Saturated Fat | 0g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22g | 8% |
| – Dietary Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| – Total Sugars | 4g | |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 258mg | 5% |
Storing and Reheating
After you eat, you can keep any extra Turkey and Rice Soup in the fridge. But, it will only last 3 or 4 days. First, cool the soup completely. Then, put it in a sealed container. When you want to eat it again, reheat it on the stove over low heat. The soup may become thicker in the fridge. If so, add a little water or broth to make it thinner.
How to Make Turkey and Rice Soup!
Final Thoughts
Turkey and rice soup is a cozy dish. It tastes good and makes you feel happy. You can use leftover turkey to make this soup. Or you can make it just because you want a warm, filling soup. This soup has been around for a long time. It’s made with easy ingredients you can change up. No wonder people everywhere love turkey and rice soup! Get your things ready and follow the steps to make this classic soup. It’s a tasty trip you’ll be glad you took.
FAQ’S
Do you cook rice before adding to soup?
Yes, you can put uncooked rice in your soup. It will soak up the flavour from the soup broth. This makes the rice taste extra good.
How can I thicken my turkey soup?
You can make soup thicker. First, mix a little flour or cornstarch with some soup broth that has cooled down. Then, slowly add the mixture to the soup while it is simmering. Be careful not to pour it all in at one time.
How do you make bland turkey soup taste better?
Acidic foods have a lot of sour taste. Things like lemon juice, vinegar, white wine, and tomato puree are very acidic foods.
