Kittencal's Homemade Deep Rich Turkey Stock/Broth
Per serving
Roasting/browning the turkey bones and vegetables firstly in the oven will create a more intense deep rich stock I would not even think of making stock without using this method and you will see the difference for yourself after you try this stock --- I use this stock in so many recipes I even make gravy with it and you will use this for so many things also, it is wonderful to have handy in the freezer, to thaw just microwave for a couple of minutes or refrigerate overnight -- serving amounts are listed for a 12-13 pound turkey and about 4 quarts of water, you may use a larger turkey with more water just make certain to use enough water to cover the carcass and veggies --- if possible don't discard all the extra bones from the legs, thighs and wings and add into the pot along with the carc…
Ingredients
- large turkey carcass↗1
(with some meat left on if possible)
- medium onions↗2
quartered
- large celery rib↗1
coarsley chopped
- large carrots↗2
peeled
- cold water4 quarts
(or use enough water to cover)
- large bulb of garlic1
(separated into whole cloves, can omit if desired)
- peppercorns↗6
- large bay leaf↗1
- salt↗
(optional and to taste)
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Set oven to 400 degrees F.
- 2
Break up the carcass into smaller pieces then place on a greased baking sheet along with the onions, celery, and carrots,.
- 3
Roast for about 40 minutes turning once through cooking time.
- 4
Place the bones and vegetables in a large stock pot along with the garlic cloves, peppercorns and bay leaf (you do not have to peel the cloves).
- 5
Pour the water over; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 6
Reduce heat to low then cover and simmer for about 3-1/2 hours.
- 7
Carefully strain through a sieve over a large bowl and discard the solids.
- 8
Cool to room temperature then refrigerate overnight.
- 9
The following day skim any excess fat from the top of the broth.
- 10
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or separate into plastic containers and freeze for up to 6 months.
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