Homemade Meat And Vegetable Stock

Ingredients

• 1 lb leftover meat, bone, or gristle
• 1 qt cold water
• Vegetables, cut into small pieces
• Seasoning to taste
• Leftover cereals (barley, oatmeal), vegetables, macaroni, tapioca, or sago (optional)

Method

1. 1 Place meat and bone in a pot with cold water. Let stand for 1 hour.
2. 2 Cover and bring slowly to a boil, then simmer for 2 to 3 hours.
3. 3 Remove bones and meat. Let the stock stand until cold, then skim off the fat.
4. 4 Add cut vegetables and seasoning. Cook until vegetables are tender.
5. 5 Optionally add leftover cereals, macaroni, or sago for increased food value.