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Basic Vegetable Broth

By Kimberley Eggleston, About.com

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Vegetable broth is used in a myriad of recipes. Instead of using a canned variety, you can make a large batch, such as this one, and freeze it in portions to be used as needed.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 10 cups of water
  • 4 cloves of garlic, halved
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 2 ribs of celery, chopped
  • 2 cups quartered red potatoes
  • 1 large onion, peeled and quartered
  • 6 mushrooms
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 peppercorns
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dillweed
Preparation:

1. In a large stockpot, bring all the ingredients to a boil.

2. Reduce the heat, and simmer for 2 hours.

3. Strain the broth, removing all of the solid pieces. You may store this in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze in smaller portions for a longer amount of time.

Makes 8 cups

Calories Per Cup 5

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