Cheater's Stock
NOTE: We found that doctored clam juice can be used in a pinch
in place of fish stock. Clam juice is very salty, so don't add any
salt to the stew until you have tasted it. Makes about 41/2
cups.
1 small onion, minced
1 medium carrot, minced
2 medium celery stalks, minced
8 fresh parsley stems, chopped
1 cup dry white wine
3 8-ounce bottles clam juice
3 cups water
2 bay leaves
8 whole black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 dried chile pepper
INSTRUCTIONS:
Bring all ingredients to boil in medium saucepan. Simmer to blend flavors (no skimming necessary), about 30 minutes. Strain through cheesecloth, pressing on solids with back of spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. (Can be refrigerated for 3 days.)