Cream of Turkey Soup

Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers or weeknight dinner into a comforting masterpiece with this Cream of Turkey Soup recipe! Bursting with flavor, this velvety soup features tender, shredded turkey swimming in a creamy broth infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a medley of sautéed vegetables. The base, built on a buttery roux and rich turkey or chicken stock, is perfectly balanced with a splash of heavy cream for luxurious texture. Simmered to perfection, it's a hearty yet elegant dish that's ready in under an hour. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve piping hot for a cozy meal that's ideal for chilly evenings or holiday gatherings. Perfect for using up leftover turkey, this easy soup is destined to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 6 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 2

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables, stirring constantly, to create a roux. Cook the roux for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually whisk the turkey or chicken broth into the pot, ensuring there are no lumps. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked turkey and heavy cream, and continue to simmer for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2815.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2581.3

Total Fat 140.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 922.0mg	0%
Sodium 6461.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 235.2g	0%

Vitamin D 6.7IU	0%
Calcium 388.7mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 4256.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 38.5%

Carbs: 9.7%