posted by Pat T 06-10-99 9:15 AM
Martha Stewart's Chicken Stock
1 (6 lb.) Hen or roasting chicken
6 chicken wings
2 un-peeled yellow onions
1 yellow onion, halved and studded with cloves
2 shallots
6-8 Bay leaves
6 cloves garlic, peeled
1 red onion for color
1 whole head garlic, un-peeled
3 carrots, whole, with tops
1 Tblsp. Black and white peppercorns
4-5 stalks celery with leaves
6-8 leeks
Handful of fresh parsley with stems
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Place all ingredients in a very large stockpot. Place in 400 degree F. oven for approximately 30 minutes.
Cover with water after removing from oven and do not add any salt.
Simmer on stovetop for approximately 2-3 hours.
Remove chicken to platter to cool.
Strain stock and pour into quart containers.
Label and freeze.