Homemade Vegetable Broth for Freezer Recipe

Name: Homemade Vegetable Broth for Freezer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 quarts water; 4 cups minced celery; 2 large white onions, chopped; 8 carrots, peeled, chopped; 2 green peppers, cored, seeded, chopped; 1 lb sliced fresh mushrooms, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons white pepper; 2 teaspoons thyme; 2 teaspoons celery seeds; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 2 tablespoons italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon basil; 2 teaspoons marjoram; 2 teaspoons dried cilantro; 3 teaspoons salt or 3 teaspoons salt substitute

Servings: persons

4 quarts water
4 cups minced celery
2 large white onions, chopped
8 carrots, peeled, chopped
2 green peppers, cored, seeded, chopped
1 lb sliced fresh mushrooms, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons white pepper
2 teaspoons thyme
2 teaspoons celery seeds
½ teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons marjoram
2 teaspoons dried cilantro
3 teaspoons salt or 3 teaspoons salt substitute

1
Cover and cook on low heat for about 1 hour.
2
Take off heat and cool.
3
Put a large pot under a colander and drain vegetables.
4
Put vegetables in a blender and bend and pour back into broth.
5
Pour into ice trays or cubes.
6
Freeze.
7
Note: This broth can be used for instant mashed potatoes, cooking rice, barley, orzo, couscous.
8
For Italian Dishes, add crushed tomatoes and more Italian seasoning and tomato paste.
9
For chowders, add potatoes, sausage, fish or meat of your choice.
10
For Soups, add broccoli, spinach, cheese or other vegetable chunks and simmer.

411

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 quarts water, 4 cups minced celery, 2 large white onions, chopped, 8 carrots, peeled, chopped, and more.

Yes, Homemade Vegetable Broth for Freezer falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Homemade Vegetable Broth for Freezer

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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