Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. (James 1:17)

Country Style Chicken Noodle Soup

1 (4-lb.) chicken, cut up

2½ quarts water

2 t. salt

3 cups cooked noodles

1 t. peppercorns, bruised

1 sm. onion, sliced

1 carrot, sliced

1 bay leaf

1 T. parsley


Bring chicken to boil in water, adding water as needed.  Skim off fat.  Add remaining ingredients except noodles; boil 20 minutes.  Add noodles and cook 20 minutes longer.