Basic shrimp stock

1 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 medium Onion, peeled & quartered
1 large Clove garlic, peeled and
Quartered
1 Rib celery
2 pounds Rinsed shrimp detritus
(heads, shells, etc)
(of course, include similar
\"waste parts\" from any
Other seafood, if desired.)

Directions

Cover ingredients with 2 Quarts *cold* water in a large stock pot or saucepan. Bring to boiling over high heat, then lower heat and *gently* simmer for 4 - 8 hours, replenishing liquid as required to keep about 1 quart of liquid in the pan. The pot may be left wholly or partially uncovered. Strain, cool and refrigerate until ready to use.

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