Nourishing Veggie Elixir: Homemade Light Vegetable Broth

Light Vegetable Broth 🥕🥔

Description:
This Light Vegetable Broth is a versatile base, perfect for enhancing the flavors of your favorite soups. Made with simple ingredients and simmered to perfection, it adds depth and richness to any dish. Plus, it’s a great way to use up vegetables that are slightly past their prime!

Recipe Category:
Stocks 🍲

Keywords:
Vegetable, Very Low Carbs, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Less Than 60 Minutes, Stove Top, Easy 🌱

Nutritional Information (per serving, about 1 cup):

• Calories: 49.2
• Fat: 0.1g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 35.9mg
• Carbohydrates: 11.3g
• Fiber: 2.1g
• Sugar: 2.8g
• Protein: 1.4g

Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Yield: 6 cups

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Gather all the ingredients and a large soup pot.
   • Prepare 3 layers of cheesecloth for straining.

2. Simmering:

   • Place all the ingredients in the large soup pot.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

3. Cooking:

   • Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
   • Allow the broth to simmer gently for 40-45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

4. Straining:

   • After simmering, remove the pot from heat.
   • Carefully strain the broth through the prepared layers of cheesecloth to remove any solids.

5. Storage:

   • Let the broth cool completely before transferring it to storage containers.
   • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer preservation.

6. Enjoy:

   • Use this flavorful vegetable broth as a base for soups, stews, sauces, and risottos.
   • Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor to your liking.

This Light Vegetable Broth is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a perfect addition to your healthy cooking repertoire. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of homemade broth in all your favorite dishes! 🌿🍲