Homemade Vegetable Broth

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Homemade vegetable broth is light and full of fresh vegetable flavor. It's easy to make and great for using leftover veggies. The key is to not overcook the vegetables.

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: pantry staple

Cuisine: American

Keyword: homemade vegetable broth, homemade vegetable broth recipe, homemade vegetable stock, homemade veggie broth, how to make homemade vegetable broth, vegetable broth, veggie stock

Servings: cups

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

1 large stockpot

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 ribs celery
2 large onions
3-4 large carrots
1 head garlic
3-4 sprigs fresh thyme
4-5 sprigs fresh parsley
2 bay leaves
10 cups cold water
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
Add 6 ribs celery, 2 large onions, 3-4 large carrots, and 1 head garlic to the pot and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Add 10 cups cold water, 3-4 sprigs fresh thyme, 4-5 sprigs fresh parsley, 2 bay leaves, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon paprika, and bring it to a light boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 45-60 minutes.
Strain out the solids and store the broth in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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