Kurja Juha

Description

Chicken soup

Ingredients

• 40 dag chicken (old hen is better)
• 1 liter water
• salt to taste
• 1 pinch of saffron or mace
• 1 small onion
• 1 rib celery
• 2 carrots
• 1 sprig parsley
• pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place chicken in soup kettle, add water and bring to a boil.
2. Add salt and vegetables.
3. Simmer 1–2 hours or until chicken is tender.
4. If desired, a pinch of saffron or mace may be added to give it a distinct flavor.
5. When ready to serve, you may add cooked noodles or rice.
6. Chicken can be used plain, creamed or in salad.