Basic Vegetable Stock Recipe

Name: Basic Vegetable Stock
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 large onion; 2 large carrots; 2 celery ribs, including a few leaves; 1 bunch scallions, including half of the greens; 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast, optional; 8 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed; 8 parsley branches; 6 thyme sprigs or 1/2 teaspoon dried; 2 bay leaves; Salt

Servings: persons

1 large onion
2 large carrots
2 celery ribs, including a few leaves
1 bunch scallions, including half of the greens
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast, optional
8 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
8 parsley branches
6 thyme sprigs or 1/2 teaspoon dried
2 bay leaves
Salt

1
This basic stock is flavor rich with a golden hue.
2
Include any trimmings from the vegetables youre using that are appropriate.
3
Scrub the vegetables and chop them roughly into l-inch chunks.
4
Heat the oil in a soup pot.
5
Add the vegetables, yeast, garlic, and herbs and cook over high heat for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
6
The more color they get, the richer the flavor of the stock.
7
Add 2 teaspoons salt and 2 quarts cold water and bring to a boil.
8
Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
9
Strain.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, 2 large carrots, 2 celery ribs, including a few leaves, 1 bunch scallions, including half of the greens, and more.

Yes, Basic Vegetable Stock falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basic Vegetable Stock

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