Steps to Chicken Noodle Soup
#1. In large stock pot, cover with water, one whole chicken.
#2. Sprinkle 3 oz. of chicken bullion granules into water.
#3. Bring water and chicken to a boil. Boil for approximately 45 minutes on med/high.
#4.
Check chicken for done-ness by by cutting with a knife between the leg
and the breast bone. Do the juices run clear? If not continue cooking
for 10-15 minutes more.
#5. If juices run clear, remove chicken from the pot and set-aside to cool.
#6.
Add cut-up carrots, celery, and onions to stock pot. Slow boil them
for 15-20 minutes or until carrots and celery are easily pierced with a
fork.
#7. While vegetables are cooking, remove chicken from the bone.
#8. Return chicken to the stock pot.
#9. Add egg noodles if desired. Let boil for 10 minutes or until noodles are soft.
#9.
To thicken broth, mix 3/4 cup flour with water to make a medium paste.
Pour flour and water paste into stock pot and stir. May need to repeat this process using less flour/water until desired consistency is reached.