There is no clearer indication of soup season than crisp winter air. Soups are not only easy to make, they also have the ability to warm you right up. There’s really no better winter meal. This recipe is a classic healthy chicken noodle soup that can made with simple whole ingredients. It is a good soup that the entire family will enjoy. Keep in mind that soups are highly personal so feel free to modify this recipe by adding or substituting certain ingredients to fit your needs/tastes.
- Whole chicken
- 4 onions, peeled and chopped
- 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 5 bay leaves
- Dash of thyme
- 1 pound of pasta (spagetti, macaroni, clam shells work great)
- Salt and pepper
Directions
- Put the chicken carcass, thighs and drumsticks into a large soup pot
- Add the carrots, onions, celery, garlic, bay leaves and thyme and cover completely with cold water
- Bring to a boil and simmer gently for two hours
- Add your choice of vegetables
- Simmer for a few minutes, and then add noodles and cook til al dente
- Adjust seasoning to taste
- Carefully separate meat from bones and serve