Turkey stock –Y’all, gather ’round and let’s talk turkey! This ain’t just any turkey stock; this is the good stuff that makes your meals sing. Whether you’re makin’ a soul-warming soup or a flavorful gravy for that holiday feast, this Turkey Stock Recipe is gonna elevate your dishes to a whole new level. So grab your ingredients and let’s get into it!
Turkey Stock
Check out this mouth-watering image that captures the essence of what we’re about to whip up:
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Ingredients
- 1 leftover turkey carcass (after a big feast)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, quartered
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 8-10 cups cold water
- Fresh herbs (like thyme and parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Now that we’ve got our ingredients ready, let’s get cooking!
- First off, in a big ol’ stock pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Toss in those quartered onions, and let ‘em sweat it out until they start to soften up.
- Add in the carrots, celery, and garlic. Stir it all together, letting those flavors mingle for about 5 minutes.
- Now grab that leftover turkey carcass! Add it into the pot and pour in enough cold water to cover everything by a couple of inches. Bring it to a boil.
- Once it’s boiling, turn the heat down to low and let it simmer. We want this bad boy to simmer for at least 3 hours—this is where the magic happens!
- About halfway through the simmering, throw in your fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let those flavors continue to develop.
- After 3 hours, strain the stock to remove all the solid bits. You’re left with a beautiful, rich turkey stock that’s ready for action!
- Let it cool, then store it in your fridge or freezer. You’ll want to keep it on hand for any of your cooking needs!
And there you have it! A savory Turkey Stock that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. This is the kind of foundation that’ll have your family coming back for seconds—trust me!