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How to Make Chicken Broth

4/20/2018

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Chicken broth is so easy to make! Plus, it saves money and reduces wasted food because you make it from leftover chicken and chicken bones. 

All you need is a large pot, chicken bones, and some seasonings. The suggested ingredient list can get you started, but don’t worry if you don’t have  them all. 

We will take you step-by-step as you build your own tasty broth!

NOTE: This works for making turkey broth too. Just use leftover turkey bones instead.
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Chicken Broth Ingredients
  • Bones from a whole chicken, or chicken thighs (4-5 lbs)
  • 5 carrots
  • 5 ribs of celery
  • 2 leeks (optional)
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 cup of chopped parsley 
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ​12 cups of water

1. Save your chicken bones 

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​After you've cooked and eaten chicken, save the bones, skin, and everything else you couldn't eat. Put everything in a large pot.

2. Cut up your veggies and seasonings


We used carrots, celery, onions, garlic, leeks, and parsley.  You can use anything you have on hand!  

​The more veggies and seasonings you add the more flavorful your broth will be. If you don't have these extras that's okay too! 
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3. Place veggies and seasoning in the pot with your chicken bones

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​4. Add water and put the pot on the stove

Add enough water to cover all of your ingredients by about 1 inch. We added 12 cups of water to this recipe. Keep in mind that some of your veggies will float! ​

5. Bring to a boil and then simmer

Boil your pot of water, veggies, and chicken for about 20 minutes. Then lower the temperature and let your broth simmer for 1-2 hours. The longer you let your broth simmer the more flavorful it will be. ​

6.  Strain your broth 

​Let the broth cool a little bit before straining it. Place a colander or mesh wire strainer over another large pot or a large bowl. Pour the broth through your strainer and into the other container so that bones and flavorings are removed. 

7. Use your broth or store for later

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​​Your broth is now ready to use to make delicious soup.

Or, to save your broth for another meal, let it cool. Then store it in the fridge if you plan to use it within the next week, or freeze it to use whenever you need a tasty meal. 


Ready to use your broth now?

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How to Cook with Tofu

4/6/2018

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If you have not cooked tofu before, we're here to make a believer out of you. When made well, tofu is tasty, cheap (3 oz is usually less than $.75), and great for you. 

1. Know where to find it

If you haven't used tofu, the first step is to find it! Often grocery stores will place it near the produce. Others might keep it in their "natural foods" section. Tofu always needs to be kept cool, so keep that in mind when you look for it.
Tofu

Tofu Nutrition

A 3 oz serving of tofu has: 
* less than 100 calories
* 0 g saturated fat
* 10 grams protein
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2. Use the right kind

You may see soft, silken, firm, and extra firm tofu at the store. The soft and silken types are great for sauces and smoothies. When you want it to be a little firmer, opt for firm or extra firm.

3. Prep it well

For stir-fry and other meals where tofu will be the "meat" of the recipe, be sure to drain and press the tofu before using it. Here's how:
  1. Take the block of tofu from its package. Drain away the liquid around it.
  2. Wrap the block in a hand towel or several layers of paper towels, and place it on a plate.
  3. Place another plate on top of the tofu. Add a large can, pot, or anything that will sit stable and add some weight. Leave for 20-30 min, remove tofu from the towel, and it's ready to use.
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4. Add flavor

Much like chicken, tofu gets its flavor from how you cook it. Many recipes use a sauce or marinade to cook the tofu in. Our Simple Veggie Tofu mixes a bit of soy sauce with oil and spices.

5. Choose a cooking method

Baking and "pan frying" in a small amount of oil are great ways to make tofu. Both of these methods give the tofu a crisp outside and tender center. Our Simple Veggie Tofu cooks in the oven, but you can also make it in a skillet.
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