stock up

Even in a normal time, a good stock will treat you right.  In this moment of mass uncertainty and anxiety, I am immeasurably more grateful for this basic building block, a rich, flavorful chicken stock made with leftover roast chicken and aromatics.  One of my goals for 2020 is to come up with a vegetable stock that rocks my world.  Until that happens, this recipe will keep me warm at night.  

Pair it with a proper slow jam.

“Me & Mrs. Jones” by Billy Paul

“For the Lover in You” by Shalamar 

"Ribbon in the Sky" by Stevie Wonder

"Adore" by Prince

“Fortunate" by Maxwell

Place the bones from 2 roasted or barbecued chickens in a large stockpot.  Add 1 onion, halved.  Add 2 bay leaves and 2 carrots and 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped.  Into the pot pour 6 quarts of cool, filtered water.  Over medium heat, bring the pot to a simmer and maintain a simmer for about 1.5-2 hours.   Add salt to taste.