BASIC CHICKEN STOCK

Good chicken stock is hard to find, especially since most that you purchase from the grocery store has MSG. added in. This is a good simple fix. It works well because it can be prepared and then frozen until you need it at a later date, saving a lot of time and money. Plus the taste truly has no comparison.

Basic Chicken Stock
Prep Time: about 10 min
Cook Time: 2 hours
Difficulty: Very Easy

Ingredient List

3-4 lbs of chicken legs/thighs with skin
(you can also use wings if they are cheaper for you)

3 Carrots Roughly Chopped

4 Celery Stalks

1 Medium Onion Roughly Chopped

1-2 Tablespoons of Salt
(depending on your tastes)

Step by Step Prep.

Combine your ingredients in a large stockpot and bring to a simmer (slightly bubbling). Add 4 quarts of water. Partially cover and cook for about an hour. Next add your salt (again to taste) and simmer for another hour partially covered. Using a large strainer transfer the liquid into a large bowl and using a large spoon press on the chicken and veggies to make sure you get out every last drop of flavor. Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating or freezing.