EASY VEGETABLE STOCK

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Surprisingly easy to make, this stock is built on basic vegetables that are often already on hand (carrots, onion, leeks), plus a few herbs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 leeks, white and pale-green parts only, cut into 1-inch rounds, rinsed well
2 carrots, cut into 1-inch rounds
1 small onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 garlic cloves
8 cups water
5 flat-leaf parsley sprigs
2 thyme sprigs
1 dried bay leaf
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns, crushed

Steps:

  • Cook leeks, carrots, onion, and garlic, covered, stirring occasionally, in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  • Add water, parsley, thyme, bay leaf, and peppercorns. Raise heat to high. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Pour through a cheesecloth-lined strainer; discard solids.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20 g, Cholesterol 11 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 47 g

Faizn Shah
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I love this vegetable stock! It's so easy to make and it's so versatile. I use it in everything from soups to stews to sauces.


Imdadullah Imdadullah
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This is the best vegetable stock recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and it's perfect for soups, stews, and sauces.


Ginikachukwu Nwafor
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I've never made vegetable stock before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it!


Amber Herrera
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This vegetable stock is so easy to make and it's so much better than store-bought. I highly recommend it!


Mobina Rz
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I'm always looking for ways to make my meals healthier, and this vegetable stock is a great way to do that. It's low in sodium and fat, and it's packed with nutrients.


Tharaka Pramoda
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This vegetable stock is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of veggies that are about to go bad, so I just throw them in a pot and make stock.


Taquira Jones
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I love that this vegetable stock is so versatile. I use it in soups, stews, and even as a base for sauces.


Brittany A
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This vegetable stock is a game-changer! I used to buy store-bought vegetable stock, but this homemade version is so much better.


Tristan Mroos
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I've been making this vegetable stock for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect addition to any soup or stew.


ronald cheruiyot
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This is my go-to vegetable stock recipe. It's so simple to make and it's always delicious.


Ilyaas Sujaac
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I made this vegetable stock for the first time last week and I was really impressed. It was so easy to make and it turned out so well.


Lindokuhle Mali
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This vegetable stock is a lifesaver! I always have some in my freezer and it's so easy to use. I love that it's made with all fresh vegetables and it's so flavorful.