"My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the chicken noodle soup recipes out there, this one is my favorite, and is in heavy rotation from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans.—Gina Nistico, Milwaukee, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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2-1/2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
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1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 garlic clove, minced
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10 cups chicken broth
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4 celery ribs, chopped
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4 medium carrots, chopped
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2 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon VSATEST or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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3 cups uncooked kluski or other egg noodles (about 8 ounces)