Chicken Noodle Soup with a Soda on the Side

So, cooking is one of my most favorite things to do.  It helps me relax, and of course I also love to eat.  As a good little Jewish girl, it is imperative that I know how to make Matzoh Ball Soup from scratch.  I swear this soup can cure anything; sicknesses, a broken heart, or any kind of sadness.  I'll try to break it down easy for ya, but the best part of this soup is that everyone makes it their own way!  So feel free to riff on my recipe and make it your own.  Think of me as your Bubby, now make me proud!

Ingredients:

Bawls-

12/3 C. Matzoh Meal

6 eggs, seperated

2 t. salt

Soup-

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, roasted with salt and pepper at 350 degrees for 20-25 mins.

4 celery ribs, chopped

3 onions, chopped into large chunks

4 carrots, peeled and chopped

2 T. dill chopped.

3 boxes of chicken stock

salt, and pepaaa

1/2 a box of mini bowtie pasta (this is something my grandmother used to do, so I like to do it too)

Broth:

1. Sweat the carrots, onions, celery and dill together in a large pot with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer

Bawls:

1. Whip the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.

2. Use a fork to mix the egg yolks into the matzoh meal.

3. Fold in the egg whites until they are fully combined, let sit for 5 minutes.

4. Using a tablespoon, form balls from the mixture and drop them into the simmering broth.  

5. Let the matzoh bawls cook for approximately 35 mins. turning every so often.

(At this point you can add your chopped or shredded chicken to the pot)

6.) After 25 minutes, add the bowties to let them cook, but keep them from getting mushy.

7.) Serve and watch your guests/family sink into relaxation.

I am so happy to share this recipe that's very close to my heart with you!  Enjoy, and definitely add your favorite ingredients to make this family-style soup your own.

Sam :-*