Easy Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe for Slow Cooker

Make the most of your leftover Thanksgiving turkey with this delicious and easy slow cooker turkey soup. Packed with tender turkey meat, vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this soup is a comforting meal that is perfect for cold winter days. Simply throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it simmer until the flavors meld together into a hearty and satisfying soup.

Ingredients

• 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded or diced
• 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup uncooked egg noodles
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine the leftover turkey, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
3. About 15 minutes before serving, add the uncooked egg noodles to the slow cooker.
4. Cover and cook until the noodles are tender, approximately 10-12 minutes.
5. Discard the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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