Mema'S Thanksgiving Leftovers Soup (Turkey Noodle S

Name: Mema'S Thanksgiving Leftovers Soup (Turkey Noodle Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 turkey legs (6 lb bone in turkey breast or left over carcass); 8 cups water; 16 ounces chicken stock; 2 teaspoons celery seeds; 2 teaspoons onion flakes; 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1 teaspoon ground sage; 1 teaspoon ground thyme; 1 (8 ounce) envelope turkey gravy; 1 (12 ounce) bag broad egg noodles; 3 cups prepared stuffing (divided)

Servings: persons

3 turkey legs (6 lb bone in turkey breast or left over carcass)
8 cups water
16 ounces chicken stock
2 teaspoons celery seeds
2 teaspoons onion flakes
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon ground sage
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 (8 ounce) envelope turkey gravy
1 (12 ounce) bag broad egg noodles
3 cups prepared stuffing (divided)

1
Place turkey in a large stock pot, or crock pot, add water, stock, celery seeds, onion flakes, sage, and thyme.
2
Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 6 - 8 hours, or set crock pot on high for 6 hours.
3
Remove the turkey from the liquid then separate turkey meat in small bite size chunks from all bones, cartilage, excess skin, gristle from the turkey and discard. Be very careful when doing this as there are a lot of small bones.
4
Place turkey meat back into liquid, add turkey gravy and mix.
5
Add egg noodles and cook for recommended time on package.
6
Add 2 cups of stuffing and stir.
7
Toss remaining stuffing on as garnish to a full bowl.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 turkey legs (6 lb bone in turkey breast or left over carcass), 8 cups water, 16 ounces chicken stock, 2 teaspoons celery seeds, and more.

Yes, Mema'S Thanksgiving Leftovers Soup (Turkey Noodle Soup) falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mema'S Thanksgiving Leftovers Soup (Turkey Noodle Soup)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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