Taking Stock

Tantalizing Turkey Stock

Use this stock to make one of our delicious turkey soups.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 large onions, skin on, roughly chopped
3 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 turkey carcass chopped into quarters (or turkey parts equal to 3 pounds)
2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. In a large stockpot, saute vegetables in oil over medium heat until lightly browned and softened.
  2. Add turkey and bay leaves and cover completely with cold water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Skim any foam that rises to the top, and continue to simmer for at least 2 hours.
  3. Strain and discard solids. Cool and refrigerate or freeze until ready to use.

Recipe by LeeAnne Wright
Photography by Rob Fiocca
Food Styling by Claire Stubbs