INGREDIENTS
12 oz
package nitrate free bacon, diced
1
onion, chopped
2
carrots, chopped
3
stalks celery, chopped
1
leek (see note on preparation below)
4 cloves
garlic, minced
2
bay leaves
6 cups
white sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 cups
parsnips, peeled and cubed (or rutabaga or combination of both)
8 cups
chicken bone broth
5 cups
cooked chicken, shredded
juice of one large lemon (maybe more)
salt and pepper
sliced green onions, optional