Kanasupp (chicken soup)

Instructions

1. Place the chicken in a large pot and cover with cold water.
2. Bring to the boil, then carefully skim the surface during the first few minutes.
3. Add the whole onion, celery, peppercorns and bay leaf, then let it simmer gently for 45 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken, shred the meat and discard the bones and skin.
5. Dice the carrots and potatoes, add them to the broth and cook for 15 minutes.
6. Return the shredded meat to the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt.
7. Finely chop the parsley and add it at the end, just before serving.