Step 1 - Broth Recipe
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Ingredients
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Broth Base
Method
Preparing the Broth
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the 8 cups of water and 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock. This will serve as the base of your broth.
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Season the Broth
Add the 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of thyme, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black peppercorns to the pot.
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Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. This allows all the flavors to meld together.
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Strain the Broth
After simmering, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove all solid ingredients. Discard the solids and retain the liquid broth.
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Cool and Store
Let the broth cool to room temperature before storing it in airtight containers in the fridge for up to a week or freezing for longer storage.
