BOILER BROTH - EARLY 1900'S

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From a feature in our state paper of Recipes Throughout the Ages. Times are estimated and have not included overnight chilling time.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Stocks

Time 5h45m

Yield 2 litres, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole chicken (large boiling fowl specified)
salt and pepper
1 onion
1 carrot (peeled)
1 leek (roughly chopped)
2 celery ribs (roughly chopped)
6 black peppercorns
1 bay leaf (dried)
3 parsley (stalks)
1 sprig thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C.
  • Pat the skin of the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Stuff onion into the cavity and then tie legs together with kitchen string and then bake for 30 minutes.
  • Peel the carrot and roughly chop the leek and celery.
  • Place the chicken and remaining ingredients into a large pot and cover with water and bring to the boil and skim off any scum that forms and then cover and simmer very gently for up to 5 hours.
  • It will make your house smell wonderful.
  • Strain into a large bowl and allow to cool.
  • Chill overnight and then skim off fat that forms on the surface, use within 3 days or freeze.
  • SERVING SUGGESTIONS - the rich flavour of the wonderful broth makes a meal in itself, shred meat from the breast and throw in a handful of noodles and fresh herbs for a bowl of sublime chicken noodle soup.

Lawerence Ohene Afriyie
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken broth. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Kate Bbadeie
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Chiagoziem Stellamaris
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I love the fact that this recipe doesn't require any fancy ingredients. I can always find everything I need at my local grocery store.


Seth Brown
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This is a great way to use up leftover chicken bones. I usually freeze them until I have enough to make a batch of broth.


Amit Prena
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I've tried other recipes for chicken broth, but this one is my favorite. It's the most flavorful and it's so easy to make.


Daniel Joshua
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This broth is perfect for making chicken noodle soup. It's also great for poaching chicken or vegetables.


Munsur Hasan
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I love this broth. It's so flavorful and versatile.


Alif Emam
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


Zohra Zaman
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I love this recipe because it's so customizable. I can add whatever vegetables and herbs I have on hand.


Troy Luckey
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. I can throw it in the slow cooker in the morning and have a delicious broth ready for dinner.


Lovely Sahi
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This broth is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it in soups, stews, and even as a base for gravy.


Liberty Sekethe
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I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. It's a great way to get a healthy and flavorful broth.


Jerry Burch
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This is a great way to use up leftover chicken bones. The broth is very flavorful and can be used in a variety of dishes.


Zar Jan
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I made this broth using a rotisserie chicken and it was amazing! The broth was so rich and flavorful.


kusal deep
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This is a great recipe for a simple, yet flavorful broth. I especially like the addition of the bay leaf and thyme.


ANA 87
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The broth was very flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Md Akhter
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This recipe is a delicious and easy way to make a hearty broth that's perfect for a cold winter day. The addition of vegetables and herbs gives it a wonderful flavor.