Fish Fume
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Fish
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 6
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      pounds        fish trimmings -- do not use salmon
   2      quarts        cold water
     1/4  cup           tarragon vinegar
   2                    celery stalks with leaves
                        -- cut into 2" pieces
   2                    carrots -- cut into 2" pieces
   2                    leeks; white part only -- split
     1/2  medium head   lettuce
  10                    white peppercorns
   5                    dill sprigs -- fresh
   3                    parsley sprigs
   2                    bay leaves
   1      teaspoon      dried thyme
   1      teaspoon      salt
 

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in 4- to 5-quart saucepan and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 45 minutes. Strain through colander or cheesecloth-lined strainer before using.