Basic Chicken Stock Recipe

8 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 fryer chicken or possibly stewing hen, skinned
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks celery with tops, minced
  • 6 sprigs parsley
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 peppercorns
  • 2 med. onions, minced
  • 8 c. water

Directions

  1. 1
    Bring all ingredients to a boil in a large kettle and cook, uncovered, on low heat for 15 min.
  2. 2
    Remove accumulated residue.
  3. 3
    Reduce heat and simmer partially covered, for 2 1/2 to 3 hrs.
  4. 4
    Uncover and let cold.
  5. 5
    Strain, pressing meat to draw out liquid.
  6. 6
    Save chicken pcs for use in salad and throw away other solids.
  7. 7
    After stock has been refrigerated, remove any fat hardened on the top.
  8. 8
    Stock may be used within a few days or possibly frzn for future use, stored in small containers.
  9. 9
    Makes 6 c..

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