Classic Matzo Ball Soup

Name: Classic Matzo Ball Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients; Matzo Balls; 1 cup matzo meal; 4 large eggs; 1/4 cup schmaltz (chicken fat) or vegetable oil; 1/4 cup water or chicken broth; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder (optional, for fluffier matzo balls); Soup; 8 cups chicken broth (preferably homemade); 2 large carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 1 medium onion, halved; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Fresh dill (for garnish); Salt and pepper, to taste