Description
Hearty Turkey Stew is a warm and comforting dish that transforms leftover turkey into a satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings. This savory stew combines crispy bacon, tender vegetables, and fresh herbs in a rich broth, creating a delightful blend of flavors that will impress family and friends alike. With minimal prep time and endless customization options, this recipe is not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion. Whether served with crusty bread or over fluffy rice, this stew promises to be a cozy addition to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp butter
- 100g bacon lardons or thick-cut bacon
- 1 leek
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 liter chicken or turkey stock
- 250g cooked turkey or chicken
- 2 large potatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon in butter over medium heat until crispy. Drain excess fat, leaving about 2 tbsp.
- Add leeks, carrots, celery, and thyme; cook for about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add flour, mix well, then gradually pour in the stock while scraping the pot bottom. Bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper.
- Incorporate potatoes, turkey, and bay leaves; cover and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 45 minutes.
- If desired, stir in cream before serving and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg