Instructions

  1. Chop the leeks (which have been trimmed and well washed to remove any interior dirt; use white and light green parts only), onions, carrots, celery and parsley.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot, add the vegetables and stir-fry to brown lightly.
  3. Add 1 1/2 gallons of cold water.
  4. Also add the marjoram, thyme and bay leaves.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, partly covered, for 1 hour.
  6. Strain stock through cheesecloth-lined strainer, cool, and chill or freeze.