Parmesan Broth

Parmesan rinds add nutty flavor to this simple homemade broth that can be eaten as-is or added to soup, pasta, or bean recipes.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 hr
• Total Time: 2 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 415 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 8 cups water
• ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 1 large bay leaf
• ½ medium head garlic, cloves peeled and minced
• ½ cup fresh thyme sprigs
• 10 sprigs fresh parsley, or to taste
• 1 pound Parmesan cheese rinds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, and peppercorns and saute until garlic is browned, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Pour wine into the pan and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Cook until liquid has reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add water and Parmesan rinds. Simmer until reduced by half, about 2 hours. Remove any solids before using.