Leftovers Soup

bowl of salmon chowder made from leftovers.

Leftovers Soup is an easy dinner to make with what you have on hand. Use up leftover fish, turkey, chicken, ham, beef, or pork in this simple and versatile recipe.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 160kcal

Author: Jessica Fisher

Cost: $5

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion (1 cup chopped)
2 carrots (1 cup chopped)
4 to 6 cups stock (broth or water can also be used)
1 cup leftover sauce or gravy
2 cups chopped leftover meat or fish or other cooked meat of your choice
2 cups chopped vegetables of your choice
½ cup chopped potatoes, rice, or pasta
salt
black pepper

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Instructions

In a large stockpot, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the onion and carrots and cook, stirring, on medium-low for five minutes.
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, 2 carrots
Stir in the broth and leftover sauce or gravy. Add the meat, veggies, and starch. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
4 to 6 cups stock, 1 cup leftover sauce or gravy, 2 cups chopped leftover meat or fish, 2 cups chopped vegetables of your choice, ½ cup chopped potatoes, rice, or pasta
Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Adjust seasonings.
salt, black pepper

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate and will vary dramatically depending on what leftovers you use. Since you're making soup from leftovers, it's best to eat it within a day of making.

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