Parmesan Broth

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Ingredients

  • 1 halved head of garlic
  • 1 quartered onion
  • olive oil, enough to saute garlic and onion
  • 1 handful of thyme
  • Sprigs of parsley
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 shake of black peppercorns
  • 1 cup of dry white wine
  • 1 pound Parmesan rinds

Instructions

  1. I start by sauteing a halved head of garlic and a quartered onion in some olive oil, along with a handful of thyme, a few sprigs of parsley, a bay leaf, and a shake of black peppercorns. Once the garlic is browned, I add a cup of dry white wine and simmer, scraping the pot to get the brown bits loosened up, until reduced by half. In goes 1 pound Parmesan rinds and 8 cups of water.
  2. The whole thing simmers until it tastes robust and has reduced by half, about 2 hours. (I stir every now and then-the rinds will stick to the bottom of the pot if you let them.) I strain, and then use the broth in vegetable soups, instant-supper pastas, and beans in need of a boost. Then I start hoarding all over again.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

544 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.9g 26% DV
Total Fat 36.1g 46% DV
Carbs 48.9g 18% DV
Fiber 15.9g 57% DV
Sugar 2.4g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 334.3mg 15% DV
Potassium 1781.8mg 38% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 80.5mcg 9% DV
Vitamin C 49.3mg 55% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 272mg 21% DV
Iron 25.5mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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