First put the chicken broth in a pot over medium-high heat.

Next, add the rest of the ingredients just about in this order until everybody's in the pool.

Once the pot gets to be very hot turn the heat down to low or medium and let it simmer for at least 2 hours.

If the soup is too thick add a little more chicken broth, if it is a little too thin either add some Velveeta cheese (about a third of a package,) which will make the soup a little more cheesy; or add a few tablespoons of mashed potato flakes, which will make the soup have a little more potato flavor.

Right before serving, add two to three tablespoons of butter.

You may want to hit it with a stick blender to make it extra smooth and creamy