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You can buy fish bones and trimmings from any fishmonger.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 1 gallon
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
1. In a large stockpot, combine the mushrooms, celery, onion, white wine, lemon juice, parsley stems, fish bones, and water. Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, without stirring, for 30 minutes.
Step 2
2. Add the bay leaves, peppercorns, and thyme to the pot and continue simmering for an additional 15 minutes.
Step 3
3. Gently skim off and discard any foam that may be on the surface. Gently strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve. Use immediately or chill in an ice bath and store in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve.
