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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 2 views

Why is broth often recommended as a light, restorative food for people who are ill or recovering?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 3 views

What nutritional components are typically present in a meat broth (such as proteins like gelatin, minerals, etc.), and how do they benefit health or digestion?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 4 views

How do bone broth enthusiasts prepare bone broth, and in what ways is this similar to or different from traditional stock or broth making?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 3 views

What is the purpose of keeping some fat in a broth (for example, a layer of chicken fat in soup), and when should fat be removed for a cleaner broth?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 3 views

Can you make a good broth in a short time (under an hour), and if so, what techniques or equipment help achieve that?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 3 views

How does the flavor of a broth change if you simmer it for an extended period (several hours) versus a shorter period?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 5 views

What is a consommé and how is it related to broth (in terms of being a clarified broth served as a clear soup)?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 4 views

How can you clarify a broth that has turned cloudy, and is the method different from clarifying a stock (such as using an egg white raft)?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 2 views

What techniques can help produce a clear, clean-tasting broth suitable for sipping or light soups?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 3 views

Why might a broth be preferred over plain water as a cooking liquid for dishes like soups, stews, or sauces?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 5 views

When making broth for a soup, at what point should you add salt or other seasonings to get the best flavor without over-salting?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 2 views

How long do you usually simmer a broth (such as chicken or vegetable broth), and how does the cooking time affect its clarity and flavor?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 3 views

What are some common seasonings and aromatics added to broths to enhance their flavor beyond basic ingredients?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 5 views

Is it necessary to include meat in a broth, or can a flavorful broth be made vegetarian (using only vegetables and herbs)?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 4 views

How does a typical chicken broth recipe differ from a chicken stock recipe in terms of ingredients (meat vs. bones) and cooking time?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Broths asked Jun 11 1 view

What defines a broth in cooking, and how is it generally made (in contrast to a stock)?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Stocks asked Jun 11 5 views

Are there any shortcuts to making stock if you're short on time (such as using a pressure cooker or using pre-roasted chicken wings to extract flavor faster)?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Stocks asked Jun 11 4 views

How can you quickly defrost frozen stock when you need it for a recipe, and what should you avoid (like putting a glass jar of frozen stock directly over heat)?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Stocks asked Jun 11 4 views

Why is leaving the stock unseasoned (no salt) beneficial if you plan to use it in various recipes later?

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by cookwithfem (602k points) in Stocks asked Jun 11 4 views

What are some signs in your simmering stock that flavors are fully extracted (for example, bones become very soft or break easily, vegetables are mushy and flavorless)?

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