Recipe for Emergency Soup
published by Carolyn Barber on Jul 24, 2008
It is an “Emergency” when you don’t know what to make for Dinner. This recipe is perfect for a hectic day (or can even be made ahead of time).
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 cans of Chicken Breast (or you can use a Rotisserie Cooked Chicken pulled off the bone from the Market)
- 1/2 cup of cubed Carrots
- 1 Cup of half inch Potato cubes
- 4 cups water or broth ( I used 3 cans broth and 1 can of water)
- 1/2 cup Celery Slices
- 1 Onion cut in shreds
- 1/4 cup Butter
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Herbs and Spices
Method
- Cook Carrot, Celery and onion in the melted butter for 10 minutes
- Cook Potatoes in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and Rinse in cold water.
- Add Potatoes to the other vegetables.
- Add the Broth or Water
- Add Chicken
- Add your favorite herbs or spices
- Cook for 1 Hour on medium low heat.
- Eat!
Suggestions
- Can be made with or without meat.
- You can customize the herbs and spices with your family’s favorites.
- Make a double batch while you are cooking. Freeze to have it on hand for another hectic night.
- Serve with sandwiches, salads or crusty bread.
