Description
Learn how to make a nutrient-rich bone broth that is perfect as a base for soups and stews or enjoyed on its own. This homemade bone broth is packed with minerals and collagen, offering both flavor and health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Bone Broth:
- 2 pounds mixed beef or chicken bones (marrow bones, knuckle bones, or chicken carcass)
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 12 cups cold filtered water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the Bones: Rinse the bones under cold water. Optionally, roast them in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Broth: Place bones in a large stockpot. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and apple cider vinegar. Cover with water.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 12 to 24 hours, skimming impurities. Add water as needed.
- Strain and Season: Strain the broth, season with salt, and let cool. Store in jars in the refrigerator or freeze.
Notes
- Apple cider vinegar helps extract minerals and collagen from the bones.
- Use as a base for soups, stews, or enjoy warm with sea salt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-24 hours
- Category: Broth
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
