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Dried (Dehydrated) Vegetable Chicken Noodle Soup

INGREDIENTS

1. 8 cups (2 L) cold water
2. 1 cup (250 ml) store-bought dehydrated vegetables
3. 1/2 cup (125 ml) filini (see Notes below)
4. 1 small chicken breast, diced very small
5. 1 medium onion, finely chopped
6. 2 tbsp (30 ml) canola oil
7. 2 tbsp (30 ml) dehydrated chicken broth (such as Knorr® or Loney's®)
8. 1 tsp (5 ml) Provence herbs
9. freshly ground pepper to taste

PREPARATION

1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the vegetables and the Provence herbs. Simmer over medium heat for 30 mints, or until the vegetables are soft to taste.
3. Meanwhile, preheat the oil in a pan and blanch the onions. Add the chicken pieces and grill lightly while stirring.
4. Add this mixture to the soup and mix well. Simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes.
5. Lower the heat to medium-low and add the filini and mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Pepper to taste and serve.