Summer Dreaming Vegetable Broth - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 leeks (slice vertically and wash thoroughly, use dark green portions for broth and reserve the nice white p)
1/2 large sweet onion, roughly chopped
2 carrots, roughly chopped
3 celery ribs, with leaves, roughly chopped
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1 lemon, quartered
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon kosher salt
12 black peppercorns
spices and herbs (use what you like or have on hand. I used green cardamon seeds, tarragon, thyme, dried lemongrass, s)

Preparation

Place all ingredients in large stockpot, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20- 30 minutes or until flavors are sufficiently mingled. Taste and adjust seasonings if you like.
Strain first through a colander, then use cheesecloth to capture little bits. Use as desired in any other recipe calling for broth. Enjoy!