MASTER RECIPE FOR BASIC STOCK (JULIA CHILD)

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After roasting or poaching a chicken a la Julia Child, I always complete the process by making chicken stock a la Julia Child! Here is her master recipe for basic meat stock from volume 1 of Mastering the Art of French Cooking.

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     Stocks

Time 5h10m

Yield 2-3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 quarts meat, and bones chopped into 3 inch pieces (or poultry carcass, scrapings and giblets)
cold water
2 teaspoons salt
2 medium carrots, peeled
2 medium onions, peeled
2 medium celery ribs
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaf
6 parsley sprigs
2 unpeeled garlic cloves
2 whole cloves
2 washed leeks

Steps:

  • Place the meat and bones in a stockpot and add cold water to cover them by 2 inches. Set over moderate heat. As the liquid comes slowly to a simmer, scum wills tart to rise. Remove it with a spoon or ladle for 5 minutes or so, until it almost ceases to accumulate.
  • Add all the ingredients to the left, tying the herbs up in an herb bouquet with cheesecloth. Add more water if the liquid does not cover the ingredients by a full inch. When the liquid is simmering again, skim as necessary. Partially cover the kettle, leaving a space of about 1 inch for steam to escape.Maintain at a very quiet simmer for 4-5 hours. Skim occasionally.
  • To degrease, set the pot in the refrigerator until the fat has hardened on the surface and can be scraped off.

Emilia Nambili
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I've tried other basic stock recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavor is unmatched.


Siobhan smith
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken bones. I always have a bag of them in my freezer and it's so nice to be able to turn them into something delicious.


Alemayehu Reta
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I love using this stock to make risotto. It gives the dish a creamy, velvety texture.


Ahtisham Khokhar
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This stock is the perfect base for any soup or stew. It adds so much depth of flavor.


debra mesiavech
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I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The stock is always flavorful and rich.


Orlando Vanrossum
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time and this stock comes together in no time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Mary Thomas
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I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe made me feel like a pro. The stock turned out perfectly and I can't wait to use it in my next soup.


MD Sipon Mahamud
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This is the best basic stock recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Dana Lantz
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The stock turned out beautifully clear and flavorful. I used it to make a chicken noodle soup and it was the best I've ever had.


Muhammad Umar Gujjar
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's so easy to make and doesn't require any fancy equipment.


Clara Williams
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This recipe is a must-have for any home cook. The stock is so versatile and can be used in so many different dishes.


sisay gebre
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Julia Child's Basic Stock recipe is a game-changer! I've used it to make countless soups, stews, and sauces, and it always delivers a rich, flavorful broth.