Recipe: Basic Chicken Stock (Emeril's)

BASIC CHICKEN STOCK

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and quartered
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 head garlic, cut in half
1 bouquet garni
2 pounds raw chicken bones, rinsed in cold water
4 quarts cold water
salt and pepper

In a large stock pot, over high heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, carrots, and celery. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.

Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 2 hours.

Remove the stock from the heat and skim off any scum that is on the surface. Strain the stock through a large fine-mesh sieve. Discard the bones and vegetables.

Makes 3 quarts
Source: Emeril Lagasse