Making your own chicken broth has so many benefits. First of all, it’s cheaper than buying cans or boxes from the store. Also it’s a very thrifty way to use spare chicken bones if you de-bone your own chicken. Also you can add your own flavor, such as roasted garlic.
Second of all, it’s healthier. You will be able to control the amount of salt and the fat left in the broth.
The Basics
- Chicken bones
- 2 onions – quartered
- Water
- Celery – roughly chopped
- Cloves of garlic – You can also add roasted garlic for a more intense flavor.
- Salt
The Rundown
Put all the ingredients in a pot, except water. Add enough water to to cover the chicken. Bring to a gentle boil.
Simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes. Add salt to taste.
Remove from heat and let it cool completely. Skim off the fat. Using a strainer and a bowl, strain out all the protein, cooked chicken and veggies.
I like storing my broth in zip-top sandwich baggies so that I can use small serving portions at a time. Stack the baggies in a large plastic container and freeze.
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