4 lbs. chicken, disjointed
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. sweet basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
2-3 chicken bouillon cubes
8 c. cold water
4-6 med. onions
2 onions, sliced thin
1-2 stalks celery, 1 inch pieces (optional)

Bring all but vegetables to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Bone chicken. Add vegetables and chicken meat to broth. Simmer until vegetables are tender.