The Soup Formula Aka Holiday Leftover Soup
Transform your holiday leftovers into comforting perfection with "The Soup Formula Aka Holiday Leftover Soup." This hearty recipe is a genius way to repurpose turkey or chicken, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and vegetables, resulting in a warm, nourishing bowl that feels brand new. The silky, creamy base is created by whisking mashed potatoes into savory turkey stock, while a medley of aromatics like garlic, onion, and fresh herbs infuse the soup with rich, homey flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an effortless solution for post-holiday meals, minimizing food waste and maximizing taste. Serve this versatile soup with fresh crusty bread for a cozy family dinner or a quick midday pick-me-up. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers, this recipe will become your go-to for turning surplus dishes into a soul-soothing masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken (shredded)
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g., carrots, green beans, corn)
- 1 cup stuffing
- 6 cups turkey or chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, thyme, or rosemary, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
Instructions
Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Pour in turkey or chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in mashed potatoes and whisk until fully dissolved into the broth to create a creamy base.
Add shredded turkey or chicken, cooked vegetables, and stuffing to the soup. Mix well.
Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs.
Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to heat through and allow flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with a garnish of chopped parsley or a side of crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.2 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1585 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
