With winter crashing in like an uninvited guest, I’d say it’s in full swing, but where I live, Mother Nature seems to have lost her mind, playing tricks with unseasonable warmth followed by fierce cold snaps. Regardless, there’s absolutely nothing better this time of year than embracing a hug in a bowl, also known as homemade soup, where every spoonful offers warmth and comfort against the biting chill. I used to think, “eww, barley,” dismissing it as a mere afterthought in the world of grains, but the first time I gave barley soup a shot, I practically swooned. It was rich and hearty, with flavours that danced together beautifully, and suddenly, I was a devoted fan. If you have a turkey carcass lurking in your fridge like a guilty secret, or if you’re planning a turkey dinner with your loved ones (or at least the ones still speaking to you), don’t toss it just yet! Instead, embrace the opportunity to transform it into something spectacular. Save that beauty for a scrumptious turkey barley soup—a delightful twist on the classic turkey soup that will have your taste buds doing the salsa! This soup not only revitalizes leftovers but also fills your home with an inviting aroma, reminding everyone that the best meals often come from the heart, nurturing both body and soul during the frosty season.
Turkey Barley Soup
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Break up the turkey carcass in a large pot, covering it with water.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cover and bring to a boil. Skim any scum from the top.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 2 hours.
- Strain soup into another pot, reserving the carcass but discarding the vegetables.
- Pick meat from the bones of the carcass.
- Return stock to a simmer.
- Stir in barley and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
- Add diced carrots, onion, and turnip. Simmer for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add turkey, salt, and pepper.
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