Homemade Stock

Transform your cooking with this rich and flavorful Homemade Stock, the perfect base for soups, stews, and sauces. Made with a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, fragrant parsley stems, earthy bay leaves, and a touch of garlic, this recipe is customizable for both vegetarian and meat-based versions by adding optional chicken bones. Simmered slowly for hours to extract deep, savory flavors, this easy-to-make kitchen staple is free from artificial additives and loaded with nutrients. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it's a cost-effective and wholesome alternative to store-bought broths. Whether you're crafting a comforting chicken noodle soup or enhancing your favorite risotto, this versatile stock is a must-have in your culinary toolkit. Store it in the fridge or freezer for a batch of homemade goodness always at your fingertips!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and chopped Carrots
• 2 chopped Celery stalks
• 1 large, peeled and quartered Onion
• 4 peeled Garlic cloves
• 8 whole Parsley stems
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pound Chicken bones (optional, for meat-based stock)
• 12 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing all the vegetables: peel and chop the carrots, celery, and onion, and peel the garlic cloves.

Step 2

If using chicken bones for meat-based stock, rinse them under cold water and pat them dry.

Step 3

In a large stockpot, combine all the prepared vegetables, chicken bones (if using), parsley stems, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt.

Step 4

Pour in 12 cups of water, ensuring the ingredients are fully submerged.

Step 5

Place the stockpot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the stock simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface during cooking.

Step 7

After simmering, remove the stockpot from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or container, discarding the solids.

Step 9

Allow the stock to cool completely before transferring it to airtight containers for storage.

Step 10

Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months for future use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4025.1 grams (4025.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	422

Total Fat 10.90g	14%
Saturated Fat 2.80g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 3018mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 41.90g	15%
Dietary Fiber 14.70g	53%
Total Sugars 17.20g
Protein 38.80g	78%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 716mg	55%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 2036mg	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: 23.3%

Protein: 36.9%

Carbs: 39.8%