Beef Consomme

Directions

1. 1
   Whip egg whites until frothy.
2. 2
   Combine egg whites, beef, mirepoix, and tomatoes in a stockpot.
3. 3
   Add COLD beef broth, mix well.
4. 4
   Put spices, except salt, in cheesecloth, tie to seal, and put in broth.
5. 5
   Add salt to taste to broth.
6. 6
   Bring mixture to a simmer (DO NOT BOIL) you should see a little steam over the surface of the broth, but no bubbling, or as few bubbles rising to the surface as possible.
7. 7
   Stirring occasionally.
8. 8
   The beef and vegetable mixture will eventually harden and rise to the top.
9. 9
   Do not stir after this has happened.
10. 10
    Break a hole in the beef mixture to allow broth to bubble through.
11. 11
    Simmer approximately 90 minutes.
12. 12
    Strain through cheesecloth, degrease.
13. 13
    Adjust seasoning.