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herb broth

Recipe by
Mikekey *
Seattle, WA

A vegetarian broth. This works best with fresh herbs. Use as a soup base. Makes 4 1/2 cups.

yield 4 1/2 cups
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For herb broth

  • 5 c
    water
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh thyme leaves
  • 2
    bay leaves
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh oregano
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh marjoram
  • 2 sprig
    fresh italian parsely
  • 2 slice
    lemon zest, about 2-inches long
  • 1/2 lb
    yellow onions, chopped
  • 4 clove
    garlic, chopped
  • 1 sm
    dried chili (or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper)
  • 10
    black peppercorns
  • 1
    whole clove
  • 1 sm
    piece cinnamon stick
  • salt, to taste

How To Make herb broth

  • 1
    Place all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • 2
    Strain before using.
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