master recipe: awesome summer corn stock

Wichita, KS
Updated on Jun 7, 2016

This is my go-to master recipe when I’m creating corn chowders, vegetable soups, or stews; even a good risotto. This stock is extremely easy to put together, and can be frozen for 4-6 months without harm. We’re talking primarily about a “corn” stock; however, being a master recipe, feel free to add additional veggies, herbs, and spices, and make it your own. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield Several

Ingredients

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 14 cups filtered water
  • 8 large fresh ears of corn
  • 6 - peppercorns
  • 2 sprigs fresh parsley
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 medium dried bay leaves
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped (optional)
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped (optional)

How To Make master recipe: awesome summer corn stock

  • Step 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • Step 2
    Chef’s Note: The base recipe calls for nothing but corn and a few herbs… that’s it. You build the stock, and make it your own by adding other wonderful Summer vegetables. In my case, I like to add some chopped carrots, and celery.
  • Step 3
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 4
    Shuck and remove the corn from the cobs.
  • Step 5
    Chef’s Note: If you are not using the corn, place in Ziploc bags and store in the freezer until needed.
  • Step 6
    Place the water and all the other ingredients into a large pot.
  • Step 7
    Chef's Note: I'm adding some carrots and celery to the stock, because that's what I like in mine. But remember that the master recipe is only about the corn and the herbs.
  • Step 8
    Allow the pot to come to the boil, and then take it down to a simmer.
  • Step 9
    Simmer for 90 minutes, and strain away any scum that might rise.
  • Step 10
    Remove from heat and strain, to remove the solids.
  • Step 11
    Chef’s Note: If not using straight off, then refrigerate or freeze until needed.
  • Step 12
    Enjoy.
  • Step 13
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

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Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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