Homemade Chicken and Noodles

1. 1

   Cover chicken in 4 quarts water.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

3. 3

   Simmer for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove chicken from pot with a slotted spoon.

5. 5

   With two forks, remove as much meat from the bones as you can, slightly shredding meat in the process.

6. 6

   Return bones to broth and simmer on low, covered, for 45 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove bones from broth with a slotted spoon, making sure to get any small bones that might have detached.

8. 8

   Add the carrots and celery (and onions, if using) to the pot, followed by the herbs and spices.

9. 9

   Stir to combine and simmer for ten minutes to meld flavors.

10. 10

    Increase heat and add frozen egg noodles and chicken.

11. 11

    Cook for 8 to 10 minutes.

12. 12

    Mix flour and a little water.

13. 13

    Stir until smooth.

14. 14

    Pour into soup, stir to combine, and simmer for another 5 minutes, or until broth thickens a bit.

15. 15

    Test and adjust seasonings as needed.

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