Spring Chicken Noodle And Fresh Lima Bean Soup.

Name: Spring Chicken Noodle And Fresh Lima Bean Soup.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Chicken broth:; 3-31/2 pounds whole chicken cleaned and washed; 4 quarts cold water; 1 large onion peeled and quartered; 2 carrots peeled and cut in half; 2 parsley roots peeled and cut in half; 2 ribs of celery with tops, peeled and cut in 1/2 -inch chunks; 6-7 whole allspice; 10 whole peppercorns; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 5-6 sprigs each parsley, dill and thyme; For the Fresh Lima Bean soup:; 11/2 pounds fresh Lima beans, shelled; 1/2 cup Orzo or any small pasta (or rice).; 1 medium carrot finely grated; 1 pound baby spinach or other lettuce shredded; Freshly chopped herbs of your choice (I like the combination of cilantro and a small amount of mint); 2 cups shredded chicken; Green tops of 3 scallions chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan or Romano cheese; Lemon wedges ( for squeezing into the bowls of soup if desired)

Servings: persons

For the Chicken broth:
3-31/2 pounds whole chicken cleaned and washed
4 quarts cold water
1 large onion peeled and quartered
2 carrots peeled and cut in half
2 parsley roots peeled and cut in half
2 ribs of celery with tops, peeled and cut in 1/2 -inch chunks
6-7 whole allspice
10 whole peppercorns
1 tablespoon kosher salt
5-6 sprigs each parsley, dill and thyme
For the Fresh Lima Bean soup:
11/2 pounds fresh Lima beans, shelled
1/2 cup Orzo or any small pasta (or rice).
1 medium carrot finely grated
1 pound baby spinach or other lettuce shredded
Freshly chopped herbs of your choice (I like the combination of cilantro and a small amount of mint)
2 cups shredded chicken
Green tops of 3 scallions chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
Lemon wedges ( for squeezing into the bowls of soup if desired)

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["1. In a large heavy bottom pot orange chicken and all the other ingredients for the broth, cover with water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours.
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2. While cooking, skim fat and other particles from the top.", "3. Carefully remove the chicken, and strain the broth.
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4. Return to the stove, add the lima beans, and cook on a low heat partly covered with a lid for about 45 minutes or until lima beans are tender.", "5. In a separate pot cook the pasta al dente without salt, drain.
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6. Mix in pasta, shredded chicken and the grated carrot for color; add spinach, the chopped herbs and tops of the scallions.
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7. Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes. If needed add some salt.", "Serve in hot soup bowls.
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Pass the cheese and lemon wedges at the table."]

1492

kcal

Calories

Fat

207

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Chicken broth:, 3-31/2 pounds whole chicken cleaned and washed, 4 quarts cold water, 1 large onion peeled and quartered, and more.

Yes, Spring Chicken Noodle And Fresh Lima Bean Soup. falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!