A Traditional Jewish Comfort Food from My Czech Republic Family S O U P • A P P E T I Z E R • P O U LT R Y
This recipe was given to me by family in the Czech Republic. I most enjoy this soup for dinner on cold nights, for Shabbat meals, and as a comfort food anytime. – Nina Landa, Registered Nurse, Mount Sinai Morningside
Old Style Chicken Soup INGREDIENTS
PREPARATION
3 to 4 pieces of chicken, with bones
Combine all ingredients in a large soup pot. Fill with water unit everything begins to float. Bring to boil. Reduce to simmer. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are soft. The longer you simmer, the better the flavor.
1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 1 turnip, chopped
To remove fat, allow the fully cooked soup to cool, skim the fat off the top.
1 parsnip, chopped
Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it and discard the bones. Return shredded chicken to pot. Reheat and serve.
2 stalks celery, chopped 2 dill sprigs 3 to 4 garlic cloves
4 servings 220 calories per serving
1 t paprika Salt and pepper, to taste
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