2 packets dry chicken noodle soup mix
2 litres water
left over cooked chicken, (about 1/4 lb) diced
1 small onion, diced
1 medium potato, diced
4 sticks celery, diced
2 small or 1 large carrot - diced
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Heat oil in a large soup pot and stir fry onion. Do not brown. Add other vegetables and chicken and stir fry for a few minutes.

Cover with water and add chicken noodle soup mix.

Allow to simmer for 20 or so minutes until vegetables are tender. Serve in big bowls with warm crusty bread rolls.

Serves 6-8

Submitted by: Michele Smith