Tree-mendous chicken soup

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
112-oz pkg
1cupCarrots -- chopped
1cupOnion -- chopped
1cupCelery -- chopped
2Chicken breasts -- skinned
6cupsChicken broth
6cupsWater
Cloves fresh garlic
1teaspoonSalt
½tablespoonThyme
½teaspoonBlack pepper
Garnish with chopped fresh
Parsley -- (optional)
Tree-shaped colored pasta

Directions

Place all of the ingredients except for the pasta trees and parsley in a soup pot. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid scorching. After 45 minutes, remove chicken breasts, cool slightly, and remove the meat from the bones. Bring the soup to a boil and add the past a tress. Cook 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is done to your liking. Add the chicken meat back. Pour into bowls and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Recipe By : Aunt Patsy's Christmas Tree Pasta package File