Leftover T-Day Turkey Stock

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Leftover T-Day Turkey Stock
265 min.
10
30kcal

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As the holiday season wraps up, you may find yourself with tasty leftover turkey staring back at you from the fridge. Instead of letting that flavor-packed bird go to waste, why not elevate your leftovers into a delicious, soul-warming stock? Our Leftover T-Day Turkey Stock is a fantastic way to harness the rich flavors and nurturing essence of your holiday feast while keeping it vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free!

This savory stock is not just a comforting addition to your meals; it’s also incredibly versatile. Use it as a base for soups, stews, or sauces, or simply sip it on its own to enjoy the warm aromas of sage, rosemary, and garlic. Packed with nutritious veggies and spices, this stock is an opportunity to rejuvenate your senses and create something wholesome, all while minimizing waste.

Even if you don't have leftover turkey, this recipe can be adapted easily to incorporate other vegetables or herbs you have on hand. It’s a great excuse to experiment and make it your own! So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a culinary adventure to transform those holiday remnants into a delightful stock that will nourish you and your loved ones long after the festivities are over.

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • tablespoon peppercorns whole black
  •  carrots chopped
  • ribs celery chopped
  • head garlic halved lengthwise
  • teaspoon ground sage 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  •  onion quartered
  • sprig rosemary 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • quarts water or as needed

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, carrots, onion, and garlic in oil until slightly softened and fragrant, 5 minutes.
  2. Add turkey, bay leaves, salt, peppercorns, rosemary, and dried sage. Cook until fragrant, 5 minutes more.
  3. Pour enough water in to cover turkey and vegetables.
  4. Bring mixture to a boil, cover pot, and reduce heat to low. Simmer, skimming fat occasionally, until flavors are blended, 4 to 5 hours. Strain liquid into a container and discard carcass and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories30kcal
Protein7.39%
Fat41.73%
Carbs50.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.78
Glycemic Load
1.05
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
4.3569565259892%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.34mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
0.55mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
2.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:30.27kcal
1.51%
Fat:1.51g
2.33%
Saturated Fat:0.23g
1.41%
Carbohydrates:4.15g
1.38%
Net Carbohydrates:3.1g
1.13%
Sugar:1.24g
1.38%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:968.29mg
42.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.6g
1.2%
Vitamin A:2100.09IU
42%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.14%
Vitamin K:7.87µg
7.49%
Copper:0.1mg
4.86%
Fiber:1.05g
4.18%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.87%
Vitamin C:2.8mg
3.39%
Calcium:33.26mg
3.33%
Potassium:111.33mg
3.18%
Magnesium:10.19mg
2.55%
Folate:9.08µg
2.27%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.2%
Phosphorus:16.24mg
1.62%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.5%
Iron:0.26mg
1.44%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.29%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.07%
Vitamin B3:0.2mg
1.02%
Source:Allrecipes