Vegetable and Herb Broth Recipe

Name: Vegetable and Herb Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium leeks, cleaned, trimmed and cut into chunks; 2 ribs celery, cut into chunks; 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks; 8 oz. mushrooms (2 cups), cleaned and quartered; 6 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled; 8 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs fresh parsley, rinsed; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp. black peppercorns; 1/4 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

2 medium leeks, cleaned, trimmed and cut into chunks
2 ribs celery, cut into chunks
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
8 oz. mushrooms (2 cups), cleaned and quartered
6 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
8 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh parsley, rinsed
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/4 tsp. salt

1
In large pot, combine 8 cups water, leeks, celery, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, peppercorns and salt; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
2
Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours.
3
Strain broth through a fine sieve, pressing on solids to extract maximum flavor.
4
Place broth in medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
5
Reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 2 cups, 15 to 20 minutes.
6
(Broth can be made ahead.
7
Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.)

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium leeks, cleaned, trimmed and cut into chunks, 2 ribs celery, cut into chunks, 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks, 8 oz. mushrooms (2 cups), cleaned and quartered, and more.

Yes, Vegetable and Herb Broth 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.

Vegetable and Herb Broth

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