1 medium onion, quartered
2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas, cauliflower, etc) roughly chopped
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
3 to 4 coriander stems
1 tsp. whole peppercorns

Vegetable Stock

1. Place all the ingredients in a large pan and add 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat.
2. Cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes till the vegetables have released their flavors.
3. Cool and strain. Use as required.
   Makes 4 cups
   Preparation time: 30 minutes