Heavenly Chicken Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Put stock in a medium saucepan.

2. 2

   Add optional butter and/or olive oil.

3. 3

   Add vegetables.

4. 4

   Add salt and freshly ground pepper.

5. 5

   Simmer until vegetables are tender.

6. 6

   This is a clear soup. If you want the soup to be slightly thicker, you can mash some veggies (right in the pot) with a potato masher or put half of the veggies (or as many as you like) in a blender or food processor and puree briefly, then return to soup.

7. 7

   Add the diced chicken last.

8. 8

   Reheat if needed.

9. 9

   Adjust seasonings and serve.