Ingredients

  • 1 turkey carcass
  • 2 medium stalks celery, coarsely chopped
  • 1 large carrot, coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
  • 1 medium bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme

Method

  • Break up carcass with a meat mallet or cleaver so it fits in a stockpot (at least 15 quarts), then add remaining ingredients.
  • Add enough cold water to cover the bones by 2 inches and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, skimming occasionally, until turkey flavor comes through in the stock, about 2 to 3 hours.
  • Strain through a fine mesh strainer into large heatproof containers.
  • Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate or freeze.