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Reviewed: May 25, 2012

What a great recipe! Simple and delicious. No, you don't have to saute the onion and garlic first, you can just toss then in with all the other veggies, add the broth and simmer away. But . . . it does add a bit of a more complex flavor if you do. Also, think of this recipe as a basic start. Add the veggies and seasonings you love, mix and match and don't be afraid to toss in some canned tomatoes (you don't even have to drain them first), a variety of beans, etc. Make it your own by putting in what you and your family enjoy and you will love this dish!

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Sue

Reviewed: May 25, 2012

This is such a basic soup. There really isn't anything wrong with it (other than limited seasoning and an excessive addition of potatoes AND noodles AND beans). Broth and veggies are a base to many soup variations. It's hard to call this anything special. But for some newbie cooks maybe that's a good thing. I would suggest being creative and making many taste adjustments to your own preferences.

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queennicole

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Sylvania, Ohio, USA

Living In: Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

Reviewed: May 24, 2012

Very good, I think you can add or take away of any soup recipe. do what you and your famly like. One thing about soup if you dont have an ingredient, you can always improvise with just about anything!

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suzzan2011

Reviewed: May 24, 2012

You can't beat a good soup and this is a good soup. If you want to make it just a little more special make your own chicken stock and soak fresh navy beans overnight rather than using canned. Cans are fine at a push (depending on how much BPA you want in your diet)!

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Splendidgent

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Reviewed: May 24, 2012

Great recipe. My advice is eat healthy. Way too much salt. Cut down by using low-sodium canned products when you can. 1 starch is all you need. Go fresh veggies all the way when you can. There is a lot of spices that you can sub for salt to get a great flavor.

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Rich

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Casa Grande, Arizona, USA

Living In: Sutcliffe, Nevada, USA

Reviewed: May 24, 2012

I've used this basic recipe for several years, and it is very flexible. I almost always include a tablespoon of freeze dried herbs - Lighthouse SALAD blend. They market it for salads, but it is perfect for chicken stock types of soup, like chicken noodle.

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Mine Rat

Reviewed: May 24, 2012

I know I would enjoy this soup. There is only one thing I would add, which does`nt take anything from your soup and that is a cup and a half of fresh cut okra right out of your garden. Thanks for a great recipe. I know I will make it over and over. especially on a cold or night with some hot or cold pieces of corn bread.

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