I love this recipe. It's so versatile. I did stovetop. scored 3 hocks covered with 3 cans low sodium ck broth, 2 bay leaves and garlic powder, Let that simmer [1 hr] while I cut up fresh green beans,carrots & celery. I also quartered 1 large onion. Added that to the pot and let simmer till done. Removed hocks. Not much meat so I added some cooked smoked sausage that I had. Being a cabbage lover I also topped the pot with a few slices of cabbage covered pot and cooked for about 15 min before veggies were done.

Reviewed On: Aug. 28, 2009

Used leftover rotisserie chicken. I picked the meat off. Then I put the carcass in broth[made with ckn broth instead of water] let it simmer about 30 min. for more flavor. I never throw out a ckn carcass. They come in so handy. Just wrap them up and throw them in the freezer til you are ready to use them. Took the carcass out. Added veggies. Carrots, onions, green beans & zucchini. Was out of broccoli. When they were tender I added chicken that was removed from the carcass before I put it in the broth. Next time I think I'll add a little rice or pasta. This is a great recipe for using up what's in your fridge. I also added some red pepper flakes. I always crush them in my hand. They blend in better that way and no one gets a mouthful. I always enjoy making a good soup.

Reviewed On: Aug. 14, 2009

Good recipe. I used Italian seasoning, minced garlic {we love garlic}, red pepper flakes to taste and always add a little sugar. Brown or white makes no difference. The sugar cuts down the acid in the tomatoes so you don"t have that after taste. This is a good starter recipe to use to bring to your own personal taste and if you have time let it simmer on low heat for a while to bring out all the extra flavors. Sometimes I make an extra large batch and freeze pizza size portions.

Reviewed On: Jul. 18, 2009