TURKEY

OR

CHICKEN

SOUP

(for the soul)
(from a friend)


Leftover Turkey or Chicken with bones(not the neck)

1 Tbsp Dried Oregano

2 tsps Sweet Basil

3-5 Cloves of Crushed Garlic

1 Tbsp Black Pepper (use just 1 tsp or less, if you don't like your soup hot)

2 Tbsp of Dried Parsley

1 Tbsp Marjoram

1 Tbsp Thyme

2-3 (nice size) Bay Leaves

1-2 medium Onion, diced

4 nice Carrots, diced, julienned or sliced

2-3 Celery Stalks, diced

1 small Bell Pepper (green or red) diced

Noodles or rice are optional ( add about 1/2 hour before serving)

1 Tbsp Salt (optional)



Put turkey or chicken pieces in a large pot, at least a 12 quart size pot.

Cover with water.

Add everything else.

Rub the spices in your palms before adding.

Bring the soup to a boil.

Boil strongly for about 5-10 minutes, stirring all the time.

Then cover and simmer for 6-8 hours.

When soup is flavorful, remove the bones from the pot.

Add your rice or noodles about 1/2 hour or so before serving.

Serve with a hearty bread, such as French bread


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