Now, who does not like a good soup on a cold winter’s night? There is something about soup that warms the soul and body right through. And throw in some hot bread and you have a winner. There are old wive's tales about chicken soup, and now there are quite a few myths of why chicken soup is good for colds and flus available on-line for you to read. I will leave that up to you to research and decide … believe what you will. I believe this is a winter warmer dish not to be reckoned with. It is a super easy (some would say souper easy) and quick to make.
At home preparationFor the vegetarian option break the tofu up into small chunks. Label bags and place all ingredients into the allocated bags. Copy or print out Method at camp and keep together with the bags.
Method at campIn a pot add 2 cups of water and add the contents of Bag 1 (vegetable mix).
For the vegetarian option: Soak bag 1 (vegetable mix) for a minimum of 15 minutes or until the tofu changes to a lighter colour. After the soaking time bring the pot to the boil and cook for 3 minutes, add the noodles (Bag 2) and cook for two minutes.
For the chicken option: Bring the pot to the boil, now add Bag 2 (noodles) and the chicken.
Cook for 2 minutes, serve and enjoy.
Bag 1 (vegetable mix)
Dried bamboo (optional) or freeze dried corn
Bag 2 (noodles)
Bag 3 (chicken)
Water - 2 cups for preparation
Vegetarian option - Bag 1 (vegetable mix)