Homemade Vegetable Bouillon // a flavor bomb for your soups, stews, sauces, etc. and how to use it

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

black peppercorns

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground black pepper

Ground black pepper is less expensive and readily available.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomato, bay leaves, thyme, and parsley; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add mushroom stems, zucchini, and black peppercorns; mix well.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30-45 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Taste and adjust salt as needed; simmer for an additional 10 minutes if needed.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before straining.

Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding solids.

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