Leeky Chicken Soup – Rachael Ray

Ingredients

• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, halved
• 1 large bay leaf, fresh or dried
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
• 4 large leeks, trimmed, washed and dried
• 3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
• Salt and pepper
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups chicken stock (32 ounces)
• 2 cups egg pasta, such as broken egg fettuccine or tagliatelle
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
• Crusty baguette, sliced
• Soft cheese, such as goat cheese, robiola, Camembert or Boursin