1 ea Chicken and giblets, cut in
-pieces 1 tb Salt
4 Chopped carrots
6 Chopped celery stalks
-w/leaves 1 Chopped onion
1 Minced clove garlic
1 c Rice or noodles
Put chicken pieces in large pot with water to cover. Add salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and skim off fat. Add vegetables and garlic, cover and cook until tender. Remove chicken and either serve separately or dice and return to soup. Season to taste. Add rice or noodles and cook until tender.