Vegetable And Herb Broth

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An all-purpose vegetable broth for soups, rice, etc. they state that you can make it into a light sauce for ravioli by reducing it over medium heat, uncovered, for about 15 minutes until it is almost syrupy. broth can be made ahead of time; it can be kept covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months. recipe from whole foods.

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Steps

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Combine water , leeks , celery , carrots , mushrooms , garlic , thyme , parsley , bay leaf , peppercorns and salt in a large pot.

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Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.

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Reduce heat to low and simmer , uncovered , for 1.

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5 hours.

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Strain broth through a fine sieve , pressing down on the solids to extract liquid and flavor.

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Ingredients

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water, leeks, celery ribs, carrots, mushrooms, garlic cloves, fresh thyme, fresh parsley, bay leaf, black peppercorns, salt