Ingredients

2lbchicken bones

1onion,quartered

2celery stalks

2carrots,peeled, and quartered

1bunchparsley,if desired

Preparation

Place the chicken into a large stockpot. Place the vegetables on top of the chicken.

Cover with water.

Gently heat the stock, do not allow the stock to boil.

Cook for about 3 hours on low.

Strain the stock, and return the liquid to the pot. Reduce the liquid in half.

Use the remaining liquid as base.