Step 1

If you don’t have chicken bones and vegetable scraps, you can skip this step. Add the chicken broth, chicken bones if using and vegetable scraps if using into a large saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 20 to 30 minutes to enhance the flavor of the broth. Strain out the scraps and set the broth aside.

Step 2

If using sausage, for a little extra texture, place a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the sausage and cook until lightly crisp and golden brown around the edges.

Step 3

Chop the roasted vegetables into small bite-size pieces.

Step 4

To assemble the soup, place the broth over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Add in the chicken and/or sausage, vegetables and pasta and cook until everything is heated through and the noodles are al dente. Season the soup with the crushed red pepper flakes, lemon juice and herbs.