Vegetable Broth

Makes about 8 1-cup servings

A steamy cup of this broth makes a warm and comforting meal. It may also be used as an ingredient in recipes that call for broth or stock.

1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
6 cups water
2 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, undrained