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:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 7 cups | Water |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 2 | Celery ribs |
| 1 | Potato |
| 1 | White cabbage |
| Salt |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Gather all the ingredients and a large soup pot.
- Prepare 3 layers of cheesecloth for straining.
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Simmering:
- Place all the ingredients in the large soup pot.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
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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.
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Straining:
- After simmering, remove the pot from heat.
- Carefully strain the broth through the prepared layers of cheesecloth to remove any solids.
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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.
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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! 🌿🍲
