In some ways, I think leftovers are the best part of Thanksgiving. Turkey re-purposed for a new recipe is a gift that keeps on giving, so enjoy these 30 best leftover turkey soup recipes the day after Thanksgiving!
How to Make Turkey Soup With Leftover Turkey:
If you have never made turkey soup, then it’s time to do it this year. Soup most definitely needs to be on your list for using up turkey leftovers. Click through the slideshow to find recipes for 30 easy turkey soups, like classic Next Day Turkey Soup or Turkey Noodle Soup. Go lighter by making a Light Turkey Corn Chowder or Keto Turkey Soup. Turn the night after Thanksgiving into a Mexican feast by making Instant Pot Turkey Enchilada Soup or Southwest Turkey Soup. Or, go exotic and try Thai Turkey Soup.
What to Do With Leftover Turkey:
Pull every bit of turkey meat off of the bones as soon as you’re done using it for your Thanksgiving dinner. The turkey meat will come off the carcass much easier when it’s pulled off right away. Refrigerate it for a day or two, and the meat becomes more and more difficult to remove from the carcass.Don’t throw the turkey carcass away! Use the turkey carcass to make a rich and wonderful turkey broth that can be saved and frozen to use all winter long for soups, stews and gravy.
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