Hi M, we never had too much of an issue with peppers making the broth bitter, people also say the same about broccoli stems which we haven’t really found to be true. With that being said, if you used these ingredients in moderation and you should still end up with a tasty and well-balanced broth. One ingredient that will turn your broth bitter is onion peels so definitely avoid those, glad to hear you enjoyed your broth and it all came together once you used it in your soup!

I used my scrap broth in a chickpea soup today and it came out sooo hearty and delicious! While I was cooking the stock yesterday it didn’t taste as complex and flavourful on its own so I was a bit worried about how it’d go, but today with all the other ingredients of the soup it really sung.

I read in other guides to avoid using capsicum/bell peppers because they come out bitter, but I can see a few in your pictures. Do you have any issues in using them? I’d love to include them too because it feels quite wasteful not to!

Hi Rhiannon, we have an article on Bitter Broth? How to Prevent or Fix Bitter Vegetable Broth (Stock), hope that helps and good luck finishing up your broth!

What would be the best advice if it does come out a little too bitter? I just finished my first ever batch, and it’s just a little bitter than I would like. Thanks 🙂

I have done this. I love to make many different home made soups and the use of this broth even mixed with store bought chicken broth in recipes adds a wonderful savory flavor. I freeze in pint jars with plenty of head space for expansion. Also I freeze some in an ice cube tray for smaller uses of broth. I highly recommend giving this a try. It is also great for those with dietary restrictions. You know what is in this broth.

Absolutely, we have an article on How to Freeze Tomatoes (Defrost & Use) if you are interested. Good luck!