Rainy Day Comfort Soup

I have a favorite soup that is good for what ails you. It used to be called Feeling Sorry for Myself Soup and I made it when I needed a hug. It's a little expensive to make but makes a good bit and reheats very well.

Fill a large stockpot with water and add any chicken pieces you desire. I used legs and breasts for this batch. Season well with salt, pepper and sage. Add some cut up onion and the leafy parts of a stalk of celery. Stew until the chicken is just done. Remove the chicken to a bowl to cool and drain the stock to remove the vegetables.

                

To the strained broth, add diced celery and onion, 1 can of drained, sliced carrots and 1 can of drained whole kernel corn.  While the vegetables are cooking, remove the chicken meat from the bone. When the veggies are done, add the chunks of chicken, 1/2 package of egg noodles and 1 can evaporated milk or heavy cream. Simmer until the noodles are done to your liking.

Add Velveeta cheese, I use at least 1 pound. I also like to add white American cheese, 3 or 4 slices, and any kind of shredded cheese I have on hand. When the cheese is melted, turn off the heat and cover the pot.

                

Serve with crackers, garlic bread or cornbread. This recipe can be varied a number of ways. Mushrooms, broccoli, Rotel tomatoes or anything you like can be added. I always use Velveeta, but vary the other cheeses according to what I have on hand. Cheddar, jack, parmesean or any kind of cheese will work. Use as much or as little as you like. It should be rich and thick...perfect for a rainy day.