quick chicken broth

Here's a quick, easy recipe for homemade chicken broth. That canned stuff just doesn't compare. Like with most recipes that I post, I don't use actual measurements for a lot of it. It's just "some of this, some of that", but that's the beauty of cooking right?! 

If you're not big on using bouillon packets or just want to keep it clean eating, just omit them and use chicken breasts (or I prefer to use the bones from a rotisserie chicken) and several fresh herbs (thyme, bay leaves, cilantro, peppercorns, etc). I like this recipe.

By the way, this recipe makes a ton, but it freezes well...or you could mix a little in with your dog's food for a treat. Shh, don't tell Tony. ;o)


Ingredients:
12 cups water

1/2 onion, roughly chopped
2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
2-4 cloves garlic
few sprigs fresh parsley
2 green onions
leftover chicken bones (I use the bones from my rotisserie chickens, you could sub chicken bouillon)
salt and pepper to your liking

Directions:
In a big pot, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce to medium heat, and cook for about 20 minutes. When it's done, strain the liquid, like this:

 Portion leftovers to containers and freeze! Keeps for up to 6 months in the freezer.