Stock is flavor magic. It underpins all great soups and can be made simply (and inexpensively) from bones and vegetable trimmings — without making extra trips to the store. Keep a “stock bag” going in your freezer with leftover chicken bones, herb stems, carrot peels, onion ends, and more. When ready to simmer it up, follow our handy guide below.
![a visual infographic about how to make stock, including what roasting ingredients, making an herb bouquet, simmering stock, and straining to save for future use](https://images.media.cafebonappetit.com/uploads/sites/2/2021/06/18-7193_BA_Earth-Day_Handout_fnl.jpg)