CLASSIC TURKEY NOODLE SOUP

Classic Turkey Noodle Soup image

I usually try three new recipes a week. My wonderful husband willingly samples everything I make...even if it is a flop! This old-fashioned soup is one of his favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h50m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 leftover turkey carcass (from a 12- to 14-pound turkey)
3-1/2 quarts water
4 chicken bouillon cubes
1 large onion, halved
4 whole peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 medium turnip, peeled and diced, optional
1 cup uncooked egg noodles

Steps:

Place the first nine ingredients in a stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Strain broth; discard onion, peppercorns and bay leaves. Remove carcass; allow to cool. Remove turkey from bones and cut into bite-size pieces; set aside., Add vegetables to broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Add noodles and reserved turkey. Return to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.