Day 9: Left Over Stew - Turkey Stew

Warm Up with Leftover Turkey Stew 🍲

The 12 Days of Christmas Recipes are here to make your holiday season even more delicious, and today, we’re transforming your leftovers into something extraordinary!

This hearty Turkey Stew recipe is perfect for making the most of your Christmas feast. Packed with flavor and loaded with tender turkey, vegetables, and a creamy base, this stew is the ultimate comfort food for cold winter days. Whether you’re using your Big Green Egg or stovetop, it’s a recipe you’ll want to revisit again and again.

Ingredients:

• Turkey – Cooked (leftover from Christmas)
• Potatoes – Diced + leftover potatoes from Christmas – 16 ounces
• Carrots – Diced + leftover from Christmas – 2 full carrots' worth
• Celery – ½ cup, diced
• Onion – ½ cup, diced
• Peas & Corn – Leftover from Christmas, 1 cup total
• Turkey Stock – Homemade with turkey bones or store-bought, 5 cups
• Butter – ¼ cup
• Flour – ¼ cup
• Poultry Seasoning / Roasted Vegetable Seasoning – To taste
• Cream – 1 cup

Cooking Method:

1. Start the base: Add butter and onions to your pot and cook on low for 5 minutes until softened.
2. Thicken the stew: Add flour and seasoning, cooking for 1 minute to create a roux.
3. Incorporate the stock: Slowly whisk in the turkey stock, ensuring a smooth mixture.
4. Add vegetables: Stir in potatoes, carrots, and celery. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables and potatoes are tender.
5. Finish with cream: Add the cream, bring the stew to a simmer, and cook for another 5 minutes.
6. Add the leftovers: Stir in the corn and peas, adjust the seasoning to taste, and serve hot.