Creamed Turkey And Rice Soup Recipe

Name: Creamed Turkey And Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 turkey carcass (14 lb.); 14 -16 cups water (just enough water to cover the turkey carcass); 1 large onion, chopped fine; 3 stalks celery, sliced thin; 4 large carrots, sliced thin; 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice; 1 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1 pint half-and-half cream; 5 cups diced cooked turkey; 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 6 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 turkey carcass (14 lb.)
14 -16 cups water (just enough water to cover the turkey carcass)
1 large onion, chopped fine
3 stalks celery, sliced thin
4 large carrots, sliced thin
1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups flour
1 pint half-and-half cream
5 cups diced cooked turkey
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
6 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules
salt & pepper

1
In a large soup kettle, add turkey carcass along with the water.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer.
3
Cover and cook for 1 1/2 hours.
4
Remove bones; reserve meat for soup.
5
Strain stock; set aside.
6
In a large saucepan, combine onions, celery, carrots, rice and 1 quart (4 cups) of the stock.
7
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes; set aside.
8
In a large soup kettle, melt butter.
9
Blend in flour; heat until bubbly, but do not burn.
10
Add the half-and-half, and remaining 2 quarts (8 cups) of stock to the butter/flour mixture; cook and stir until bubbly.
11
Stir in the reserved vegetable mixture, reserved turkey meat, (plus the 5 cups of diced turkey) and seasonoings.
12
Heat slowly to serving temperature.
13
Note: If using the full 16 cups of water, you may have at least 2 cups of stock leftover.

1430

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 turkey carcass (14 lb.), 14 -16 cups water (just enough water to cover the turkey carcass), 1 large onion, chopped fine, 3 stalks celery, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Creamed Turkey And Rice Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamed Turkey And Rice Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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