Chicken Stock

Yields 5 quarts

• 4 lb Bone-in Chicken (Cut up a whole chicken, use chicken breasts, thighs, etc.)
• 2 gallons water

1. Place the chicken and water into a large pot.  Bring to a boil, and then turn down the heat to a simmer.  Cover and simmer for 1-2 hours.  Skim surface of stock as necessary.
2. When done, remove the chicken pieces, and strain if necessary.
3. You can save the cooked chicken meat for soups and stews.