n n n Place all of the ingredients for the broth in a large stock pot. Bring to a boil, and lower heat to simmer. Cover, and cook for 30-60 minutes. The longer the broth simmers, the more flavorful it will be, but if you’re in a time pinch, 30 minutes of simmering will still make a delicious pho.n n While the broth is cooking, heat coconut oil in a skillet. Sauté sliced chicken in the hot oil approximately 2 minutes on each side or until the meat is no longer pink but is does not caramelize.n n Remove chicken from the pan and cook the bacon over medium low heat, allowing the fat to render. Remove bacon and sauté shitake mushrooms until tender.n n If dinner isn’t complete without a little something sweet at the end, try our No Bake Chocolate Cookies. They only take 15 minutes to prepare, so you could whip up a batch while the pho broth is simmering. Perfect!n n Place approximately 4 cups water (you will want it to cover the noodles) in a sauce pan. Bring to boil. Place the noodles in the water and cover. Remove from heat. In approximately 8 minutes, the noodles should be tender. Drain. Check the directions on your package for specific directions.n n Strain the broth, and return it to the stock pot to heat.n n Place a serving of noodles into a soup bowl. Arrange, chicken, bacon and mushrooms on top of noodles, pour in broth. Garnish with fresh toppings as desired.n nnn  n