Homemade stock starts with the right tools. Whether you’re simmering chicken bones, veggie scraps, or a holiday turkey carcass, a good stock pot and a fine mesh strainer are must-haves in every from-scratch kitchen. I’m linking two of my favorite stock pots—my classic Le Creuset (hello, heirloom piece!) and a more affordable Amazing Basics option that gets the job done beautifully. And don’t skip the fine mesh strainer—it makes all the difference when it comes to getting that rich, golden broth perfectly smooth. Must-haves for homemade stock: • A large, heavy-bottomed stock pot (linked both luxe + budget-friendly!) • A fine mesh strainer for silky-smooth broth • Bonus: save your veggie peels, bones, and herb stems in a freezer bag until you’re ready to simmer Making broth from scratch is easy, affordable, and packed with flavor—and these tools make it so much easier. Tap to shop + save this post for your next soup day! FromScratchEra HomemadeStock KitchenBasics SoupSeason HomeCookMustHaves LeCreuset StockPotEssentials SoupStarterPack FineMeshStrainer LikeToKnowItKitchen LTKhome LTKcooking