Basic Chicken Stock

Name: Basic Chicken Stock
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken bones; 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into large pieces; 1 stalk celery, cut into large pieces; 1 medium onion, cut in half; 1 clove garlic; 3-4 sprigs fresh Italian parsley; 3-4 whole peppercorns; 8 cups water

8 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

1 pound chicken bones
1 large carrot, peeled and cut into large pieces
1 stalk celery, cut into large pieces
1 medium onion, cut in half
1 clove garlic
3-4 sprigs fresh Italian parsley
3-4 whole peppercorns
8 cups water

Directions

1

Combine all ingredients in a large stockpot.
2

Over high heat, bring the stock to a gentle simmer and then reduce heat to low.
3

Gently simmer for about 4 hours, occasionally skimming as necessary.
4

After the stock has reached your desired concentration, remove from the heat and allow to cool.
5

Discard the solids and pour the stock into heat-proof container.
6

Place stock in an ice bath to quickly cool to below 40.
7

Remove from bath and place the stock in the refrigerator and cool overnight.
8

Skim off the excess fat.
9

Use within 2 to 3 days or freeze for up to 4 months.