Rich Duck Stock

This simple stock can be prepared then stored for later use in a variety of recipes.

Ingredients

  • 1 Duck Carcass, including wings, neck & giblets
  • 1 Onion
  • 2 Parsley Sprigs
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 8 Whole Peppercorns
  • 1 Carrot, halved
  • Optional: 1 Leek (green leafy tops)
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 8 cups Water

Direction

  • Combine all ingredients in 6- or 8-quart Dutch oven. Heat to boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Skim off surface layer. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 4 hours.
  • Strain through fine sieve. Refrigerate until cold and then remove solidified fat from surface. Stock may be refrigerated up to 1 week or frozen solid up to 3 months.