Recipe Name Basic Vegetable Stock Submitted by lmlaing Recipe Description A low-calorie broth that is low in sodium and high in disease-fighting phytochemicals. Quantity 0 Quantity Unit Prep Time (minutes) 10 Cook Time (minutes) 135 Ready In (minutes) 145

Ingredients Amount Measure Ingredient 3 cups, chopped Onion, chopped 2 cups, chopped Carrots 2 cups, diced celery 8 sprigs parsley, chopped 24 cups (8 fl oz) water 1 teaspoon thyme, dry, ground 2 leaves bay leaf 1 teaspoon black peppercorns cracked Steps Sequence Step 1 Place onions, carrots, celery, and parsley in a pot with water over medium heat; bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered for 1 1/2 hours. 2 Add thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Continue to simmer 45 minutes. 3 Remove from head and strain stock, discarding solids.