Parmesan Brodo (Broth)
Submitted By: Cathy Manassero
Ingredients:
· 1 lb Parmesan rinds
· 1 Large Carrot peeled and chopped
· 1 Large Celery Stalk chopped
· 1 Large Head of Unpeeled Garlic halved across the equator
· 1 Large Yellow Onion halved
· 4 sprigs (3”-4”) Fresh Oregano
· 2 sprigs(4”-6”) Fresh Thyme
· 1 lge Bay leaf
· 8 – 10 Cups Water
· Salt to taste ½ way through simmering.
Directions:
· To a lge sauce pan, combine all of the above ingredients. (except salt)
· Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
· Add salt to taste ½ way through simmering.
· Simmer for 1 hr. & 15 minutes adjusting heat to maintain a slow simmer.
· Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
· Turn heat off and allow broth to cool.
· Once cooled, strain into jars or containers.
· Refrigerate 2-3 days, or freeze until needed.