The Encyclopedia of Creative Cooking: Basic Court Bouillon For Seafood

• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 medium onion, minced
• 1/2 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup tarragon vinegar
• 1 quart cold water
• 2 peppercorns

Place all ingredients except peppercorns in 2-quart saucepan; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Add peppercorns; simmer 12 minutes. Cool to lukewarm; strain.