Shortcut beef broth

16 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsLean boneless beef -- finely
Chop/grind
1largeOnion -- finely chopped
2Carrots -- finely chopped
1Celery stalk -- finely
Chopped
2Whole cloves
4Whole peppercorns
6Parsley sprigs
8cupsWater
8 months.

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Bring to a simmer, stirring once or twice. Do not boil.

2. Partially cover pan and simmer gently for 45 minutes. Do not stir or skim broth while it cooks.

3. Strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined colander or wire-mesh sieve. To use broth immediately, blot up liquid fat from surface by touching the globules lightly with a paper towel. If you're not using it the same day, refrigerate it; spoon off the fat when it solidifies on the surface.

4. Store in refrigerator several days, or freeze up to Makes 8 cups.

Recipe By : the California Culinary Academy