How to Make Turkey Stock Like A Professional

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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:

Delicious Turkey Stock

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!

  1. 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.
  2. Add in the carrots, celery, and garlic. Stir it all together, letting those flavors mingle for about 5 minutes.
  3. 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.
  4. 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!
  5. About halfway through the simmering, throw in your fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let those flavors continue to develop.
  6. 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!
  7. 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!