How to Make Turkey Bone Broth (Zero Waste)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    3 hrs

  • Total Time

    3 hrs 5 mins

  • Servings

    2 quarts

  • Calories

    295 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Make Turkey Bone Broth (Zero Waste)

This recipe shows how to make turkey bone broth using leftover turkey bones with simple vegetables and seasonings. The broth simmers gently for hours to extract flavors, resulting in a rich, savory liquid suitable for soups, stews, or sipping. Using common aromatics like carrot, onion, bay leaf, and a whole garlic bulb enhances the depth of flavor while emphasizing a zero waste approach by repurposing turkey leftovers.

Description

How to Make Turkey Bone Broth (Zero Waste) relies on 3 pounds of turkey bones combined with large carrots, medium onion, bay leaves, and an entire garlic bulb simmered in water. The extended low simmer extracts nutrients and flavor from the bones and vegetables, producing a clear, flavorful broth. After three hours, straining removes solids for a smooth liquid that can be used immediately, refrigerated, or frozen for later.

The broth has a savory taste with subtle sweetness from the carrots and gentle aromatics from the bay leaves and garlic. Simmering rather than boiling preserves clarity and delicate flavors. The method maximizes flavor while reducing waste by utilizing leftover bones and simple kitchen scraps.

This turkey bone broth can form the base of hearty soups, risottos, or stews, lending layered richness. It’s also a comforting warm drink when sipped on its own. This practical recipe aids home cooks in making flavorful broth with minimal ingredients and effort.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3 lbs turkey bones leftovers from turkey roast
  • 2 carrot large
  • 1 onion medium
  • 3 bay leaf
  • 1 garlic bulb

Instructions

  1. Place all the ingredients in a large soup pot (5 quarts or bigger). Fill it up with water.
  2. Bring the broth to a light boil and turn the heat down to a low simmer for 3 hours.
  3. Pour the broth through a strainer. Discard the solid veggies and herbs.
  4. Store the broth in the fridge or freezer or use it immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 295kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 1018mg (42%) Potassium 997mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 10222IU (204%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 57mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2quarts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 295 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 295kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 1018mg 42%
Potassium 997mg 21%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 10222IU 204%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 57mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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