Sarah's Chicken Noodle Soup

Homemade chicken noodle soup with a quick broth made from leeks, carrots, ginger, and peppercorns. Strain, then simmer with fresh veggies and egg noodles.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

For 30-min broth: Add 8 qt water to a 12 qt pot. Add leek greens, 3 carrots (halved and sliced), sliced ginger, peppercorns, and chicken breasts (or whole chicken).

Step 2

Boil 20–30 min. Remove chicken and strain broth.

Step 3

Return broth to pot. Add 3 Tb chopped/grated ginger, 2–3 carrots (sliced into rounds), and 1 1/2–2 cups sliced celery. (Don’t add noodles until carrots are tender.)

Step 4

Boil until carrots are tender, then add 16 oz egg noodles and chopped chicken.

Step 5

Taste and add bouillon if needed.