Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Homemade Turkey Broth, a delightful way to transform leftover turkey into a flavorful and nutritious base for countless dishes. This simple recipe harnesses the essence of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs to create a broth that’s not only rich in flavor but also packed with nutrients. Whether you’re stirring up a hearty soup or using it in risottos and sauces, this broth will elevate your meals while reducing food waste. With easy preparation steps and the flexibility to customize with your favorite ingredients, you’ll soon discover that homemade broth is a kitchen staple you can’t live without.
Ingredients
Scale
- Leftover meat and bones from a 10-15 pound turkey
- 3 large carrots (peeled and roughly chopped)
- 3 stalks celery (cut into chunks)
- 1 small yellow onion (cut into chunks)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 1 small bunch of fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 fresh sage leaves
- 2–3 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (more to taste)
- 8–10 cups water
Instructions
- Place turkey meat, bones, vegetables, herbs, and spices in a large stock pot.
- Cover ingredients with water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Let simmer for at least 1 hour (up to 6 hours for richer flavor).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into storage containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg