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Homemade Turkey Broth

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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 29kcal
Homemade turkey broth is simple to make and makes the absolute most of your Thanksgiving turkey. With just a few ingredients, you can create a kitchen staple that's far better than store-bought options.
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Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients

  • 1 turkey frame
  • 2 cups vegetable scraps or sub in chopped carrots, onions, celery
  • 1 tsp salt add more to taste once the broth is done
  • 2 quarts water
  • *optional* savory herbs rosemary, thyme, oregano, parsley, sage

Instructions

  • add all ingredients into the Dutch Oven, add herbs here if using
  • bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer
  • simmer on low 3-4 hours, stirring as needed
  • replace water as it cooks off
  • taste and add salt to taste
  • cool
  • strain through a colander into another pot or a bowl
  • refrigerate or freeze until ready to use

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 2310IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.4mg