What's the difference between turkey broth and turkey stock?

These two terms are often used interchangeably. Broth is traditionally made by simmering just the meat and vegetables, while stock is made by simmering primarily the bones and vegetables for a long period of time. Stock is usually more concentrated and flavorful. Broth and stock can be used in the same ways in recipes.

Can I use just turkey bones to make a flavorful stock?

Yes, you can use just turkey bones to make a flavorful stock. Repurposing leftover turkey bones in a stock is a smart way to extract a rich turkey flavor and create a concentrated, gelatinous liquid. To enhance the flavor, you can add aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, as well as herbs and spices. Simmering the bones for several hours helps to extract the savory goodness from them.

What is turkey stock used for?

Turkey stock can be used interchangeably for chicken stock or broth in recipes. It makes a particularly good base for soups, sauces, and gravies. You can also warm it up and drink as a nutritious, comforting beverage.

How can I remove excess fat from turkey stock for a healthier option?

To remove excess fat from turkey stock, let it cool completely overnight in the refrigerator. Then, discard the layer of solid fat on top.

Is it necessary to roast turkey bones before making stock for a richer flavor?

Roasting turkey bones in a 400°F oven for 30-45 minutes before making stock is not necessary, but it can enhance the flavor of the stock. Roasting the bones, as well as any meat or vegetables you plan to include, can add depth, richness, and a deeper color to the stock by caramelizing their natural sugars.

Are there any health benefits from drinking turkey broth?

According to Medical News Today , bone broth like this turkey stock recipe is highly nutritious, may protect joints, fight osteoarthritis, reduce inflammation and heal the gut, aid sleep, and support weight loss. Sounds good to me!

Turkey Stock (3 Cooking Methods)

Name: Turkey Stock
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 turkey carcass (like what’s leftover from Roasted Turkey Breast); 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped; 1-2 large carrots, peeled and roughly chopped; 1-2 celery stalks (leaves and all), roughly chopped; 1-2 peeled garlic cloves; A handful of fresh parsley (a small bunch); 1-2 fresh thyme stems (sub: small rosemary stems); 12 cups water (enough water to cover the carcass); Optional seasoning: 1 teaspoon peppercorns, 1 bay leaf, 1 tablespoon salt

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Turkey Stock

Use your leftover turkey carcass and any aromatics to make this simple turkey stock on the stovetop or in the slow cooker or Instant Pot.

Yield: 8-10 cups broth 1x

Prep: 10 minutesCook: 2 hoursTotal: 2 hours 10 minutes

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Ingredients

1 turkey carcass (like what’s leftover from Roasted Turkey Breast)
1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped
1–2 large carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
1–2 celery stalks (leaves and all), roughly chopped
1–2 peeled garlic cloves
A handful of fresh parsley (a small bunch)
1–2 fresh thyme stems (sub: small rosemary stems)
12 cups water (enough water to cover the carcass)
Optional seasoning: 1 teaspoon peppercorns, 1 bay leaf, 1 tablespoon salt

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Instructions

1. Place a turkey carcass, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, parsley, and thyme and 12 cups water in a large stock pot or in a 6+ quart slow cooker or Instant Pot. Optional: Add in the peppercorns, bay leaf, and salt.

2. Cook the turkey broth using one of these methods:

Stovetop: Bring to a boil and reduce to a low simmer. Simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 hours.
Crockpot: Cover with the lid and slow cook on LOW for 8-12 hours.
Instant Pot: Lock and seal the lid. Cook at high pressure for 45 minutes with a quick release.

3. Using a colander/strainer over a large bowl or pot, strain out the solids from the broth. Let cool on the counter up to 2 hours only (then must be refrigerated to be safe!).

4. Either refrigerate and use within 3-5 days or divide into freezer containers–like mason jars, Souper Cubes, or Pyrex containers with lids (leave at least 1 inch head room for expansion)–and freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes/Tips

Can You Use a Chicken Instead? Absolutely! You can use your leftover chicken carcass to make delicious Chicken Broth instead.
Where We Get Our Turkey: We get our turkey (in the fall) and all our meat from ButcherBox. We highly recommend this service to source healthy meat–like organic chicken, uncured bacon, wild salmon, and grass-fed beef–and have used it for years ourselves. Read my full review here.
How To Thaw Broth: Thaw in the fridge for 24-48 hours or using the defrost setting on the microwave.

Cuisine: American Method: Stovetop

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