Homemade Chicken Stock

Homemade Chicken Stock Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds) or 2-3 pounds of chicken bones (backs, necks, wings) 2 large onions, quartered (leave the skins on for color) 3 large carrots, cut into chunks 3 celery stalks, cut into chunks 1 head of garlic, halved horizontally (leave the skin on) 2-3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns A handful of fresh parsley stems (optional) 8-10 cups cold water Salt to taste Instructions: Prepare Ingredients: Rinse the chicken or chicken bones under cold water. If using a whole chicken, remove any giblets from the cavity. Combine Ingredients: In a large stockpot, combine the chicken or chicken bones, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Add the parsley stems if using.