Avgolemono

Simply put all the ingredients for the broth in a large saucepan and boil for 2 hours, topping up with water when needed. Reduce the liquid in the last half hour of cooking to concentrate the flavour. Strain into a clean pan and finish with white wine and herbs if you wish.

Use the simple stock to make a delicious soup like this classic Greek recipe which is full of goodness.

Avgolemono:

Use the clear white broth for this. Strain the broth into a saucepan and add 100g long grain rice, cook until soft. Shred the chicken meat on the carcass and add to the pan. Beat 2 large eggs with 1 dessertspoon corn flour and 6 tablespoons of lemon juice, stir into the soup, cook gently for 5 minutes and finish with 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley.

Serves 4

Ingredients

A Good Broth

  • 1 medium whole free-range chicken
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 sticks celery, chopped
  • Optional- fennel bulb, ¼ celeriac, and a leek, chopped.
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt,1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bouquet garni- stick celery, small bunch thyme, bay leaf and parsley stalks tied together
  • 3 Litres water