Vegetarian Soup Stock

Step 1

Heat oil in a large soup pot.

Step 2

Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.

Step 3

Cut the leek root sideways and then chop off ends, soak in a bowl of water and remove dirt.

Step 4

Add vegetables, herbs and water, bringing to a boil.

Step 5

Lower heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Step 6

Add salt and pepper.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings.

Step 8

Let cool and strain liquid in a quart jar.