Classic Cock-a-Leekie Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds)
• 4 leeks, white and pale green parts only, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup pitted prunes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste