Simple Turkey Broth

Simple Turkey Broth

Nothing says fall like broth made from leftover turkey. It is a rich and flavorful turkey stock that can be used as a base for soups, gravies, and a variety of dishes. It has a deep turkey essence with underlying vegetable and herb notes, making it a versatile ingredient in your kitchen.

Not sure what to do with the whole turkey after you have cleaned the most the meat off?

  • makes:
    4 quarts
  • total time:
    2 hours 20 minutes
  • Tags:

Ingredients

1 turkey carcass (from the roasted bird)
Onions, chopped
2 large
Carrots, peeled and chopped
2
Celery, diced
3 ribs
Fresh parsley
1 bunch
Peeled garlic
4 cloves
Black peppercorns
1 tsp
Bay leaves
2

Utensils

  • Stockpot
  • Ladle or spoon
  • Large mesh strainer

Instructions

Carefully pull the carcass into 4 or 5 separate pieces using your hands and scissors.

Combine all of the ingredients into a stockpot and cover with 7 quarts of cold water. 

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, letting summer for around 2 hours. You’ll occasionally have to skim foam and fat from the surface with a large spoon or ladle. 

Pour the mixture through a large mesh strainer into a separate pot and toss any solids into the garage.

Let cool and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. 

Recent Posts

BBQ Party Ribs
BBQ Party Ribs
Submitted by Cal Reynolds @calwillcookit If you're looking for an easy delicious way to make ribs, give these a try!...
Cherry Jalapeño Chicken
Cherry Jalapeño Chicken
Penny is the founder, recipe creator and photographer behind Penny's Primal. The recipes she creates are Whole30, Paleo, Plant based,...
Avgolemono (Greek Lemon Chicken Soup)
Avgolemono (Greek Lemon Chicken Soup)
We're taking a stab at the Greek version of a homey chicken soup to stave off the chill of cold...