How to make Homemade Chicken Broth ..

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can mimic some flavors of bay leaves.

carrots

💰Cheaper: frozen carrots

Frozen carrots are often more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

parsley

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is a cost-effective alternative.

Pour chicken gizzards and chicken into a large pot.

Add 10 quarts of water to the pot.

Add 2 sticks of butter (no need to melt).

Chop and add 1 medium-sized onion, 4 long sticks of peeled carrots, 3 sticks of celery, and 1/2 bell pepper into the pot.

Add 4 cloves of garlic into the pot.

In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup black pepper, 1/3 cup onion soup dip, 1/4 cup garlic powder, 1/4 cup complete seasoning, and 1/4 cup onion powder.

Pour the seasoning mixture into the pot with the other ingredients.

Cook on low heat for about 4 hours.

Once done, cool the broth for about 20 minutes before bottling.

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