Delectable Turkey Soup with Deep-Fried Stuffing Balls

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 large turkey carcass (about 12-15 pounds)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 large carrots, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 3 celery stalks, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 bay leaf
• 10 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups water
• 1 pound egg noodles
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

For the Deep-Fried Stuffing Balls:

• 1 cup dried bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup ground walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 45 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 3-4 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Turkey Soup:

1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Add the thyme, sage, and bay leaf.
5. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil.
6. Add the turkey carcass and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is falling off the bones.
7. Remove the turkey carcass from the pot and discard the bones. Strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot.
8. Bring the soup back to a simmer and add the egg noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, about 10 minutes.
9. Stir in the fresh parsley.

For the Deep-Fried Stuffing Balls:

1. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, walnuts, onion, bell pepper, celery, chicken stock, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Form the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375°F (190°C).
4. Carefully drop the stuffing balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Drain the stuffing balls on paper towels.

To Serve:

• Ladle the turkey soup into bowls and top with deep-fried stuffing balls.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and comforting
• Rich and flavorful
• Perfect for a cold winter night
• Suitable for American taste

User Comments:

• "This soup is absolutely delicious! The stuffing balls are a great addition."
• "I love the combination of the turkey soup and the deep-fried stuffing."
• "This is one of the best Thanksgiving recipes I've ever tried."
• "I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's now a family favorite."
• "This soup is easy to make and always a hit with my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when removing the bones from the turkey carcass.
• Strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any small bones or cartilage.
• Serve the soup with hot bread or rolls for dipping.