chicken broth ...from left over roast, bones & chicken

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Spokane, WA
Updated on Oct 13, 2011

Great to have broth.. Freeze. Use to start soups......etc

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yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken, backs, necks,bones and/or wings
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 small onions, quartered
  • 1 cup celery, chopped with tops
  • 1/2 cup carrots, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons parsley, fresh and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 - bay leaf, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

How To Make chicken broth ...from left over roast, bones & chicken

  • Step 1
    In 5-quart dutch oven, combine chicken and water; Bring to a boil.
  • Step 2
    Reduce heat; simmer partially covered 30 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Skim off any scum that rises to surface.
  • Step 4
    Add remaining ingredients except 1/2 teaspoon salt; simmer partially covered an additional 4 hours.
  • Step 5
    Remove bones; strain broth.
  • Step 6
    Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt; cool uncovered in refrigerator.
  • Step 7
    Cover; store in refrigerator or freezer.
  • Step 8
    Skim fat from broth before using in recipe.

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