Vegetable Broth - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 med. carrots, in 2 inch pieces
2 med. onions, quartered
3 celery ribs, with tops,in 2 inch pieces
2 peeled fresh plum tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 small bunch parsley
1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

In large saucepan place ingredients.
Cover with 3 quarts of water and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to moderately low and simmer for 2 hours.
Strain before using.
Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Some sort of noodles can be added when serving.