Pork Chop Soup

1 . Stage

Bring broth, water, pork chops, soy sauce, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, chili powder, and bay leaf to a boil, uncovered, in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 hour, then remove from the heat. Transfer 3/4 cup cooking broth to a 2-cup liquid measure. Transfer pork chops to a cutting board to cool, about 20 minutes.

2 . Stage

Whisk flour into reserved cooking liquid and set aside. Remove and discard bones from cooled pork chops. Shred meat or chop into bite-sized pieces.

3 . Stage

Add potato, broccoli, carrot, onion, celery, and cooked pork to the stockpot and bring to a boil. Stir in flour mixture, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 hour.

4 . Stage

Remove and discard bay leaf, then gently mash potatoes. Serve immediately.