Cut chicken into several pieces and place into a large pot with water, vinegar, and vegetables except parsley. Let stand 30 minutes to hour. Bring to a boil, remove scum. Reduce heat, cover simmer 6 to 24 hours. Add parsley 10 minutes before finishing stock. Strain the stock and use the meat and extras for other meals. Cool in fridge. Skim off fats.

Varirations: Turkey Stock Duck Stock

Prepare as chicken wings and drumsticks or duck carcasses from which the breasts, legs and thighs have been removed. These stocks will have a stronger flavor than chicken stock and will profit from the addition of several sprigs of fresh thyme, tied together.Reserve the duck fat after cooling period for other recipes.