Sopa De Ajo Mexican Garlic Soup by Dad Cooks Dinner

– 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
– 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2 inch chunks
– 1 rib celery, cut into 2 inch chunks
– 4 garlic cloves, peeled
– 1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces (legs, wings, and breast)OR 3 pounds of chicken legs
– OR 3 pounds of chicken legs
– OR 3 pounds chicken backs, necks, or carcasses
– 1 bay leaf
– 1 whole dried chile de arbol ? optional
– 1 sprig fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
– 4 black peppercorns
– 1 whole allspice
– 8 cups water