Homemade Turkey Broth (Make Ahead)

3 sealed and labeled jars of turkey broth

Homemade Turkey Broth (Make Ahead)

Homemade Turkey Broth is a great make ahead ingredient, made using turkey wings and neck along with onion, carrot, celery and fresh herbs, ready to use in a variety of dishes.

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword best turkey broth, homemade turkey broth, make ahead turkey broth, turkey broth

Cook Time 3

Total Time 3

Servings cups

Calories 325kcal

Author Tanya

Equipment

1 Pressure Cooker can also use slow cooker or large stockpot on stovetop

Ingredients

3 lbs turkey parts wings and necks
2 yellow onion peeled and cut into 2" pieces
1 medium carrot peeled and cut into 2" pieces
1 stalk celery cut into 2" pieces
2 bay leaves
4 sprigs thyme
6 cloves garlic smashed
½ teaspoon whole peppercorns
8 cups cold water

Instructions

Pressure Cooker

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange turkey parts on a baking sheet or roasting rack.
Roast for 80-90 minutes until deep golden brown. Remove from oven and remove the cooked turkey pieces and place them in the pressure cooker insert, along with any pan drippings. Add hot water to the roasting pan and use a wooden spoon to scrape off any brown bits. Add the water and bits to the pot.
Pour water over the turkey pieces in the pot, until the turkey is pieces are covered. This should be about 8 cups of water in a 6 quart electric pressure cooker.
Add the onion, celery, carrot, bay leaves, thyme, garlic cloves, and whole peppercorns to the pot.
Cover the pressure cooker and cook on high pressure for 80 minutes. After 80 minutes of cook time, allow the pressure cooker to naturally release for 10 minutes, them quick release any remaining pressure.
Once all the pressure is released, strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer. Cool and use immediately or store in the refrigerator or freezer for future use.

Stovetop

Follow directions above but add ingredients to a large pot. Allow the broth to simmer over medium-low heat for 4-5 hours. Skim the stock while it simmers.

Slow Cooker

Follow the directions above but add ingredients to a slow cooker after roasting turkey pieces in the oven. Slow cook on low for 8-12 hours.

Notes

My preferred method of making broth is either in the pressure cooker or slow cooker, meaning that I cannot remove the scum. If you prefer a clear broth, remove the scum or froth during the early stages of simmering.
You can also remove the fat from the broth once it has cooled in the refrigerator overnight. The fat will have risen to the top and can be removed with a spoon.
Divide the stock between several small jars or storage containers. Cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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