1medium turnippeeled and cubed, can substitute 2 potatoes
Seasonings - use ones you like - We especially like oregano.
1/2teaspoonminced fresh parsleyopt.
3/4teaspooneach dried basil, oregano and tarragonopt.
3/4teaspoonsaltopt.
3/4teaspoonpepperopt.
1/2teaspoongarlic powderopt.
Additional veggies
2cupsfresh broccoli florets
2cupsfrozen peasoptional
Instructions
Place the chicken, celery, onion and water in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken; cool.
Remove meat from bones and cut into bite-size pieces; return to pan. Add the tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, turnips, seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add broccoli and peas if desired; simmer 15-20 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Yield: 16 servings (about 4 quarts).
Notes
Other veggies can be added. Diced tomatoes can be used in place of stewed tomatoes. We add salt and Parmesan cheese at the table. Original recipe