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     Title: FISH STOCK
Categories: Soups, Oriental
     Yield: 1 servings

     9 lb Fish bones
          -from any firm-fleshed
          - whitefish, such as:
          -Sea bass, Rockfish, Halibut
     4 qt Water
     8 oz Yellow onions;
          - coarsely chopped
     1 lb Carrots; coarsely chopped
     4 oz Shallots; coarsely chopped
     1 c  Coarsely chopped leeks *
          * white part only
   1/4 c  Parsley; loosely packed
     4    Sprigs fresh thyme; -=OR=-
   1/2 tb -dried thyme
     2    Whole bay leaves
          -(preferably imported)
     4    Garlic cloves
          - lightly crushed
          - and left unpeeled
     1 tb Whole black peppercorns
          Salt to taste

 RINSE THE FISH BONES well under cold running water. Place the bones in a
 large stockpot, cover with water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook
 for 10 minutes, skimming frequently. Add the rest of the ingredients and
 simmer for 1 hour. Remove the fish bones and vegetables with a slotted
 spoon. Strain the stock through a cheesecloth-lined strainer. Allow to cool
 and skim the surface. Divide in small containers and freeze for future use.
 Makes 4 Quarts

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