The Stock Framework & Glossary

The Stock Framework & Glossary A Visual Map and Term Reference from Sarah Gavigan at OBSESSED

Finally, a single page that makes sense of it all.

Stock, broth, bone broth, fumet, dashi, remouillage—the terminology alone can make your head spin before you've even filled a pot with water. And once you start reading recipes, the confusion only deepens. Some tell you to simmer for 48 hours. Others swear by apple cider vinegar. Most skip the why entirely.

The Stock Framework & Glossary is the reference I wish I'd had when I first started down this road. It's a visual map that shows you how different stocks relate to one another, what distinguishes them, and when to reach for each one. Paired with a comprehensive glossary that defines every term you'll encounter—from classical French preparations to Japanese techniques—this is the kind of resource you print out, pin to your kitchen wall, and actually use.

What's inside:

A clear visual framework organizing stocks by type, intensity, and application. Essential terminology defined in plain language, from fond to tare to paitan. Guidance on which stocks work best for specific dishes. The relationships between Western and Asian stock traditions, mapped side by side.

Who it's for:

Home cooks tired of guessing whether "broth" and "stock" mean the same thing. Anyone building a foundation in scratch cooking who wants to understand the system, not just follow recipes. Cooks who've made my stocks and want a quick reference for what comes next.

This isn't a recipe collection—it's the map that helps you navigate all the recipes to come. One page. Everything you need to know. The kind of resource that gets better the more you use it.