Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Stew

Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a warm, hearty stew packed with rich flavors and creamy texture. This one-pot recipe is perfect for cozy days and makes excellent use of your leftover turkey!

Ingredients

Liquids:

• Splash of white wine, sherry, or Marsala

• 4 cups (1 liter) chicken broth or bouillon

Vegetables:

• 1 large onion, roughly chopped

• 2 stalks celery, sliced

• 2 large carrots, cubed

• 5 medium potatoes (white or sweet), peeled and quartered

Seasonings:

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp garlic granules

• 1 tsp dried thyme or parsley

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp sweet paprika

Flavor Enhancers:

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 2 tsp tomato paste

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

Protein & Creaminess:

• 1 pound (450g) turkey meat, cubed or shredded

• 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with water)

• 1 cup Greek yogurt

Garnish:

• 3 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan

• 3 tbsp flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Sauté the Vegetables:

   • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.

   • Add the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

2. Deglaze with Wine:

   • Pour in the splash of wine (white wine, sherry, or Marsala) to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.

3. Cook the Base:

   • Add the potatoes, salt, garlic granules, thyme or parsley, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to coat the vegetables.

   • Stir in the Dijon mustard, tomato paste, and soy sauce for a flavor-packed base.

4. Simmer the Stew:

   • Pour in the chicken broth and bring everything to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

5. Add the Turkey:

   • Stir in the turkey meat and cook for an additional 10 minutes to heat through.

6. Thicken the Stew:

   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to make a slurry. Stir it into the pot and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the stew thickens.

7. Finish with Creaminess:

   • Turn off the heat. Stir in the Greek yogurt and Parmesan until the stew becomes rich and creamy.

8. Garnish and Serve:

   • Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped flat-leaf parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers for a comforting meal.

This stew is a delicious and easy way to give your Thanksgiving leftovers new life. Let me know how it turns out!

Serves 6-8