Turkey Frame Soup Recipe

Name: Turkey Frame Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 meaty turkey frame; 3 qt. water (12 c.); 1 onion, quartered; 2 tsp. salt; 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up; 1 Tbsp. instant chicken bouillon granules; 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed; 1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 4 c. fresh vegetables (any combination of uncooked, sliced celery, carrot, onion, rutabaga, mushroom, broccoli, cauliflower); 1 1/2 c. uncooked medium noodles

Servings: persons

1 meaty turkey frame
3 qt. water (12 c.)
1 onion, quartered
2 tsp. salt
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up
1 Tbsp. instant chicken bouillon granules
1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
1/8 tsp. pepper
4 c. fresh vegetables (any combination of uncooked, sliced celery, carrot, onion, rutabaga, mushroom, broccoli, cauliflower)
1 1/2 c. uncooked medium noodles

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Break turkey frame or cut in half with
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kitchen shears; place in large Dutch oven with water, onion and
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salt.
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Bring to boiling;
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reduce heat.
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Cover;
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simmer for 1
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1/2
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hours. Remove turkey frame; when cold enough to handle, cut
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off meat and coarsely
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chop.
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Discard
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bones.
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Strain
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broth;
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discard solids. Return
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broth
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to
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Dutch oven.
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Stir in cut up turkey meat, undrained
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tomatoes,
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bouillon granules, oregano, thyme and pepper.
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Stir
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in
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fresh
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vegetables.
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Bring
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to
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boiling; reduce heat.
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Cover;
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simmer for 45 minutes.
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Stir in uncooked noodles; simmer,
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uncovered,
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8 to 10 minutes or until noodles are done. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

408

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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: 1 meaty turkey frame, 3 qt. water (12 c.), 1 onion, quartered, 2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Turkey Frame 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkey Frame Soup

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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