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Nourishing Homemade Bone Broth

bone broth in mason jars with lids
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This slow-simmered broth is packed with nutrients and flavor, perfect for sipping or using as a base for your favorite soups and stews.

Ingredients

  • 2-3 lbs beef bones (marrow, knuckle, or a mix) OR chicken carcass/bones

  • 2 carrots, roughly chopped

  • 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped

  • 1 onion, quartered

  • 3-4 garlic cloves, smashed (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (helps extract minerals)

  • 1-2 bay leaves

  • 10-12 cups filtered water (enough to cover bones)

  • Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste (add at the end)

Instructions

  1. Prep Bones (Optional) – Roast beef bones at 400°F for 30 minutes to deepen the flavor.

  2. Assemble Ingredients – Place bones, vegetables, vinegar, and bay leaves in a stockpot or slow cooker. Cover with water.

  3. Simmer Low & Slow –

    • On stovetop: bring to a boil, reduce to low, and simmer uncovered 12–24 hours.

    • In slow cooker: set on low for 18–24 hours.

    • In Instant Pot: pressure cook on high for 2 hours.

  4. Strain & Store – Strain broth through a fine mesh sieve into jars or containers. Cool completely before refrigerating or freezing.

  5. Enjoy – Sip it warm or use it in recipes!

Equipment

Notes

  • For extra collagen, add chicken feet or joints.

  • Broth should gel when chilled—don’t worry if it doesn’t; it’s still nourishing!

  • Use high-quality bones from grass-fed or pasture-raised animals for the best nutrition.

Find it online: https://www.brokenpranch.com/benefits-of-bone-broth-recipe/