Garlic Stock for Soups

Elevate your homemade soups with this rich and aromatic Garlic Stock, a flavorful foundation that's perfect for enhancing any recipe. Crafted from whole garlic bulbs, sweet yellow onion, earthy celery, and vibrant carrots, this stock is layered with fresh parsley, fragrant thyme, bay leaves, and a hint of black peppercorns for a deep, herbaceous taste. Simmered low and slow for an hour, the broth captures the natural essence of its ingredients, creating a savory, umami-rich base without overpowering your dishes. Ideal for vegetarian and vegan preparations, this versatile stock is easy to make and can be stored for future use, making it an indispensable staple in any kitchen. Use it as a base for soups, stews, risottos, or sauces, and bring your culinary creations to life with the warming flavor of garlic.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 whole garlic bulbs
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 10 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic bulbs, separating and smashing the cloves with the side of a knife to release their oils. No need to chop them finely.

Step 2

Roughly chop the onion, celery, and carrots into large chunks. They will add flavor and do not need to be perfectly uniform.

Step 3

In a large stockpot, combine the garlic, onion, celery, and carrots. Add the parsley, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and black peppercorns.

Step 4

Pour in 10 cups of water and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 60 minutes.

Step 6

Stir occasionally and skim any foam or impurities that rise to the surface of the stock.

Step 7

After an hour, remove the pot from heat and allow the stock to cool slightly. Strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or another pot, discarding the solids.

Step 8

Taste the stock and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 9

Use immediately as a base for soups, or let it cool completely before transferring to airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2985.5 grams (2985.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	365

Total Fat 1.40g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2681mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 86.10g	31%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 14.80g
Protein 15.70g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 620mg	48%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2005mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.0%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 82.0%