Healthy homemade vegetable broth

Start by peeling and cutting the vegetables. Remember, there is no such thing as a small vegetable, the more variety, the richer the broth. If you prefer a milder flavor, avoid strong-flavored vegetables such as broccoli or cabbage.

Once all the vegetables are chopped, add them to a large pot. It is important not to fill it to the top, considering that we will still add water.

Add the bay leaf and thyme, these will give a special touch to your broth. Add salt and pepper to taste, but remember that you can always correct the seasoning at the end.

Now it is time to add the water. It should cover all the ingredients and still have room left over in the pot so that it does not overflow with boiling.

Bring the preparation to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it starts to boil, lower the heat to medium-low. Remember that good slow cooking is the key to a flavorful broth.

Let the broth cook for 1 hour. After this time, strain the liquid into another container and discard the leftover vegetables.

Your broth is ready! You can use it right away or keep it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for use during the week. Expert tip: you can also freeze it in ice cubes to have small portions on hand when you need them.

I hope you enjoy this homemade vegetable broth as much as I do. Remember that there are no set rules in cooking, so you can experiment with your favorite vegetables to find your perfect blend.