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Creamy Turkey Wild Rice Soup Recipe

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This Creamy Turkey Wild Rice Soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for using leftover turkey. It features a rich broth made with chicken bone broth, butter-sautéed vegetables, wild rice blend, fresh herbs, and cream for a luscious texture. Shredded carrots add a lovely texture, while fresh herbs and lemon juice provide brightness and depth. This soup can be prepared on the stovetop or slow cooker, making it versatile and ideal for a cozy meal or batch cooking.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Herbs

  • 3 cups celery, chopped (including leaves)
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 8 large carrots, shredded
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed and minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 5 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • More fresh herbs, to garnish

Dairy and Fats

  • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
  • 1 1/2 cups cream

Proteins

  • 4 cups leftover cooked turkey, a mixture of dark and white meat

Pantry

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried poultry seasoning
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 15 cups (4 jars x 31 oz each) Zoup! Chicken Bone Broth
  • 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking wild rice blend (combination of long grain white rice, wild rice, brown rice, and Thai rice recommended)
  • Juice from 1 large lemon (about 1/4 cup), or to taste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter and Sauté Vegetables: In a very large stock pot, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Add the chopped celery (including leaves) and chopped onions, along with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 teaspoon dried poultry seasoning. Sauté for 13-14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent.
  2. Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic cloves and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Sprinkle the vegetables with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and stir well for another minute to cook off the raw flour taste.
  4. Add Broth Slowly: Gradually add 15 cups of chicken bone broth while continuously stirring to prevent lumps.
  5. Add Herbs: Add 5 sprigs of fresh thyme and 1 bay leaf to the soup.
  6. Prepare Carrots: Peel and shred 8 large carrots using a food processor or cheese grater. Add shredded carrots to the soup.
  7. Bring to Boil and Simmer: Turn heat to high, cover, and bring the soup to a boil. Watch closely to prevent boiling over. Once boiling, add 4 cups of leftover cooked turkey. Reduce heat to a simmer (low to medium-low) and cook for about 30 minutes until carrots are tender.
  8. Add Wild Rice: Stir in 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking wild rice blend. Bring the soup back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for an additional 15-30 minutes until the rice is tender.
  9. Finish with Cream and Lemon: Lower heat to the lowest setting and stir in 1 1/2 cups cream and juice from 1 large lemon (about 1/4 cup), adjusting lemon juice according to taste for brightness.
  10. Add Fresh Herbs and Season: Chop and stir in 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon fresh sage, and 2 tablespoons fresh parsley. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Serve: Garnish with additional fresh herbs and a drizzle of cream if desired. Serve warm.
  12. Slow Cooker Option: Follow steps 1 to 3 using a large skillet to cook onion and celery. Slowly add 3-4 cups broth to skillet to avoid lumps, then transfer to a 6-quart crockpot. Add remaining broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Cook on low 6 hours or high 3 hours. Add shredded carrots and turkey, cook 1 hour on low. Add wild rice and cook 30-60 minutes until tender. Stir in cream, lemon juice, fresh herbs, and season with salt and pepper. Warm through and serve.

Notes

  • Use a quick-cooking wild rice blend containing long grain white rice, wild rice, brown rice, and Thai rice for faster cooking (~20 minutes). If using 100% wild rice, allow 45-50 minutes to soften.
  • Leftover cooked chicken can be substituted for turkey as desired.
  • This recipe makes a large batch and freezes well for future meals.
  • Maintaining constant stirring while adding broth helps prevent lumps from the flour.
  • Adjust lemon juice to your preference; start with less if you’re sensitive to acidity.

Keywords: Turkey Soup, Wild Rice Soup, Creamy Soup, Leftover Turkey Recipe, Comfort Food, Fall Soup

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