Clean Out Your Fridge Stock
Lauren’s Failsafe “Clean Out your Fridge” Stock
This recipe is foolproof and made with every day ingredients. I think having homemade chicken broth in your fridge is the easiest way to elevate any dish.
Why is Bone Broth Beneficial?
Bone broth and Stock are used interchangeably. The buzz word in our world today is Bone Broth. Bone broth is rich in nutrients, contains high protein, is rich in amino acids, and has lots of glutamine which supports gut health. Also it is delicious - try it, it won't disappoint!
Yields: 6 quarts
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Cooling time: 2hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
You can you use any old fruit or veggies in your kitchen let this just be a guide
▢ 3 whole chickens* (4-5 pound each)
▢ 3 large yellow onions unpeeled and quartered
▢ 6 carrots unpeeled and cut in thirds
▢ 4 celery stalks with leaves cut in thirds
▢ 4 parsnips unpeeled and cut in thirds (optional)
▢ 20 fresh parsley sprigs
▢ 15 fresh thyme sprigs
▢ 20 fresh dill sprigs
▢ 1 head garlic unpeeled and cut in half crosswise
▢ 2 tablespoons kosher salt
▢ 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
Instructions
Place the chickens, onion, carrots, celery, parsnip (if using), fresh herbs, garlic, salt and peppercorns in a large 16 to 20 quart stockpot*. Add 7 quarts water.
Bring it to a boil over medium-high hear. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer (uncovered) for 4 hours.
Strain in batches using a colander.
Pour into 1-quart airtight containers. Let them cool down on the kitchen counter for 1-2 hours. Place in the fridge or freeze on the next day.
