Bone broth is a nutrient-dense liquid made by simmering animal bones with water and aromatics like carrots and celery. This slow-cooking process extracts collagen and other beneficial compounds from the bones, resulting in a rich, flavorful broth. Bone broth is often consumed on its own or used as a base for soups, sauces, and gravies, offering potential health benefits such as supporting joint health and improving gut function.
Bone Broth
Ingredients
- 2-4 lbs. broth bones, lamb or beef
- 1-2 carrots, cut into large chunks
- 1-2 ribs celery, cut into large chunks
- 1 small onion, cut into large chunks
- 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Place bones on a roasting pan or baking sheet and roast for one hour or until nicely browned.
- Place roasted bones in slow cooker. Add vegetables, vinegar, and 1-2 Tbsp. salt. Fill the slow cooker with water so that bones are covered as much as possible. You can also make your broth in an instant pot, or in a soup pot on your stovetop.
- Cover and cook for 24-48 hours in your slow cooker Alternate methods: simmer for 6-12 hours in a soup pot on stovetop or pressure cook for 2-4 hours in your instant pot.
- Remove the bones and veggies, and strain the broth through a sieve or cheesecloth.
- Season to taste with salt.
- Pour into glass jars and refrigerate for 3-5 days. Or freeze in freezer-safe containers for later use.
- To serve: heat broth and drink. Add a rosemary sprig to your mug if desired. Or use broth in soup or as cooking liquid for rice and other grains.
