Instructions: *Note: For heightened flavor, I like to place the meat bones on a roasting rack in the oven for about 1 hour at 400 degrees.

Ditalini #40 is small 1/2" long tube macaroni. Barley or another type of pasta may be substituted for this. Add all ingredients to the chicken stock in an 8-Qt. soup kettle. Turn heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil to reduce the liquid, then reduce to a simmer for about 1 hour. Add the Ditalini during the last 15 minutes so theyre not overcooked. Serve with a loaf of crusty Italian bread.

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