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Leftover Turkey Soup and Stuffing Dumplings

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Leftover Turkey Soup and Stuffing Dumplings is a cozy, hearty dish featuring tender turkey in a savory broth with soft, flavorful dumplings made from stuffing.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
  • 2 cups leftover stuffing
  • 6 cups chicken or turkey broth
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons flour (optional)
  • 1/4 cup milk or broth (if needed for dumplings)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon thyme or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add shredded turkey and pour in the broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs, and let cook for 10–15 minutes.
  5. If stuffing is dry, mix with milk or broth until it holds together. Form into small dumplings.
  6. Gently drop dumplings into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes until tender.
  7. If a thicker soup is desired, stir in flour mixed with water or broth and simmer until thickened.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  9. Serve hot with dumplings in each bowl.

Notes

  • Add noodles or rice for a heartier variation.
  • Include vegetables like peas, green beans, or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • Use herbs like sage or rosemary for deeper flavor.
  • Add a splash of cream for a richer broth.
  • Freeze without dumplings for best texture when reheating.

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