Delicious After-The-Holiday Turkey-Rice Soup

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   Place the turkey carcass in a large pot then cover with water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

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   Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for about 1 to 1-1/4 hours.

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   Remove the carcass to a large bowl; set aside to cool slightly (or until cool enough to handle).

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   When the carcass is cool enough to handle remove all the meat from the bones and place in a bowl, then discard the carcass.

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   Set aside about 3 quarts of turkey broth.

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   In another large pot heat 1 cup butter over medium heat.

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   Add in onions, carrots and celery; saute for about 5 minutes or until the onions are tender.

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   Add in garlic and cook for 2 minutes.

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   Reduce heat to low then add in 1 cup flour and crushed chili flakes (if using) to the butter mixture and stir for 1 minute or until blended.

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    Slowly add in about 1 quart of broth; bring to a boil stirring constantly until thickened.

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    Add in half and half cream, uncooked rice and boullion powder, peas or corn and remaining 2 quarts broth; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.

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    Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender.

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    Add in the reserved turkey meat towards then end of cooking just to heat through.

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    Season with salt and black pepper.

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    Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.