Best 6 Vegetable And Herb Broth Recipes

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If you're looking for a flavorful and healthy way to add vegetables and herbs to your meals, look no further than vegetable and herb broth. It's a versatile ingredient that can be used as a base for soups, stews, and sauces, or simply as a flavorful liquid to enhance the taste of your favorite dishes. Making vegetable and herb broth at home is easy and requires just a few simple ingredients. With a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices to choose from, you can create a broth that's customized to your own taste preferences.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

WORLD'S GREATEST VEGETABLE BROTH



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This makes a broth that is slightly thick with a rich color and full flavor. The broth can be frozen in one or one and a half cup blocks for later use. This recipe also leaves you with a bowl full of delicious cooked vegetables, I love to snack on them cold.

Provided by Tom West

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Broth and Stock Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound celery
1 ½ pounds sweet onions
1 pound carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 pound tomatoes, cored
1 pound green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
½ pound turnips, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
3 whole cloves
1 bay leaf
6 whole black peppercorns
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1 gallon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Remove leaves and tender inner parts of celery and set aside.
  • Toss onions, carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers and turnips with olive oil. Place vegetables in a roasting pan and place them in the 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) oven. Stir the vegetable every 15 minutes. Cook until all of the vegetables have browned and the onions start to caramelize, this will take over one hour.
  • Put the browned vegetables, celery, garlic, cloves, bay leaf, pepper corns, Italian parsley and water into a large stock pot. Bring to a full boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Cook uncovered until liquid is reduced by half.
  • Pour the broth through a colander, catching the broth in a large bowl or pot. The liquid caught in the bowl or pot is your vegetable broth it can be used immediately or stored for later use. Although the vegetables are no longer necessary for your broth they are delicious to eat hot or cold, don't waste them!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 131.5 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

VEGETABLE-HERB BROTH



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Vegetable     Low Sodium     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups water
3/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
1/2 cup coarsely chopped carrot
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 fresh rosemary sprig
1 fresh thyme sprig
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in medium saucepan. Bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until liquid is reduced to 2 cups, about 30 minutes. Strain broth; discard all solids. (Broth can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover broth tightly and refrigerate.)

VEGETABLE AND HERB BROTH



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Provided by Vegetarian Times Editors

Categories     Soups & Stews

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium leeks, cleaned, trimmed and cut into chunks
2 ribs celery, cut into chunks
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
8 oz. mushrooms (2 cups), cleaned and quartered
6 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
8 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh parsley, rinsed
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/4 tsp. salt

Steps:

  • In large pot, combine 8 cups water, leeks, celery, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, peppercorns and salt; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours. Strain broth through a fine sieve, pressing on solids to extract maximum flavor. Place broth in medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 2 cups, 15 to 20 minutes. (Broth can be made ahead. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories

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.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Stocks

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups water
2 medium leeks, cleaned, trimmed, and cut into chunks
2 celery ribs
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (2 cups)
6 garlic cloves, sliced (may sub minced)
8 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine water, leeks, celery, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, peppercorns and salt in a large pot.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 1.5 hours.
  • Strain broth through a fine sieve, pressing down on the solids to extract liquid and flavor.

GARDEN VEGETABLE & HERB SOUP



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I submitted this recipe to a local newspaper and won first prize. I make this hearty soup whenever my family needs a good dose of veggies. -Jody Saulnier, Woodstock, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 large carrots, sliced
1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), cubed
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce
1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and carrots; cook and stir until onions are tender, 4-6 minutes. Add potatoes and cook 2 minutes. Stir in water, tomatoes, broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes and carrots are tender, 8-10 minutes. , Add yellow squash and zucchini; cook until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes longer. Serve or, if desired, puree mixture in batches, adding additional broth until desired consistency is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HERB BROTH



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Make and share this Herb Broth recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Stocks

Time 30m

Yield 4 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups water
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons fresh marjoram
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
2 sprigs fresh Italian parsley
2 slices lemon zest (about 2-inches long)
1/2 lb onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 small dried chili (or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper)
10 black peppercorns
1 clove (whole)
1 small cinnamon stick
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Strain before using.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables and herbs to create a flavorful broth.
  • Roast the vegetables before simmering them to enhance their flavor.
  • Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to brighten the flavor of the broth.
  • Season the broth to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Store the broth in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Vegetable and herb broth is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to sauces and gravies. It is also a great way to add flavor and nutrients to your meals. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make your own vegetable and herb broth at home. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful addition to your cooking, give this recipe a try!

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