Marry Me Turkey Soup

After Thanksgiving or Christmas, I always look forward to turning my leftover turkey into soup. Usually, it's my homemade turkey soup. But this year, I wanted something new and exciting. This Marry Me Turkey Soup is a spin on Marry Me Chicken — only this time, the turkey gets to shine. The broth is built on caramelized tomato paste, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and garlic, giving it that signature depth and sweetness. Then everything simmers together with stock, sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, and some half-and-half to make it creamy and comforting.

It’s one of those unique turkey soup recipes that feels both familiar and unexpected — the kind you’ll want to make even when you don’t have leftovers. The result is cozy, flavorful, and perfect for a chilly winter day.

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion (minced)
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon EACH: Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper
• 4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• ½ cup dry white wine (or extra stock)
• 6 cups chicken stock
• ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
• 2 cup small pasta
• 2 cups chopped cooked turkey
• 1 cup half and half
• 3 cups baby spinach
• ½ cup grated parmesan (plus more for serving)
• Fresh basil (for serving)