Best 2 Ham Broth Recipes

Indulge in the comforting goodness of homemade ham broth! This savory broth is not only a culinary delight but also a versatile foundation for various dishes, adding a rich, umami flavor to soups, stews, and sauces. Discover two distinct recipes to prepare this delicious broth: a classic Ham Bone Broth simmered with vegetables and herbs, perfect for sipping or using as a base for other creations; and a speedy Instant Pot Ham Broth, delivering convenience without compromising taste. Both recipes utilize leftover ham bones, transforming them into a flavorful broth that minimizes waste and maximizes flavor.

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HAM BROTH

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This is a good recipe for after the holidays, when a ham bone is on hand. Try it in place of stock for a risotto or soup.

Provided by Sara Bonisteel

Categories project

Time 2h

Yield About 3 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

Ham bone
3 carrots, coarsely chopped
2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
1 onion, peeled, halved and then quartered

Steps:

Add all ingredients plus 4 quarts of water to a stockpot. Bring to a boil, then let simmer 2 hours. Skim fat from the surface, and add more water as needed. The less water in the stock, the more concentrated the flavor.
After 2 hours, strain bone and vegetables out of the stock. Use immediately or refrigerate or freeze stock.

HAM BROTH, SLOW COOKER

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This is posted to be used with: Recipe #508817. Of course it will be wonderful with any soup or casserole that you would like to have a hammy flavor or essence.

Provided by Annacia

Categories Clear Soup

Time 4h15m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

10 cups water
2 lbs ham hocks
2 carrots, cut into thirds
3 stalks celery, cut up
1 medium onion, cut in half
1/4 cup fresh thyme sprig, loosely packed
3 bay leaves
3 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

The day before you want to use this: in a 6-quart slow cooker combine water, ham hocks, carrots, celery, onion, thyme, bay leaves, and garlic. Cover and cook on high-heat setting for 4 to 6 hours.
Remove the hocks.
Remove meat from the pork hocks; coarsely chop (you should have about 2 cups) and set aside.
Discard bones.
Line a large sieve with a double thickness of 100-percent-cotton cheesecloth; strain broth through sieve.
Discard solids.
Cover and chill broth and meat until ready to use.
If necessary, before using, spoon off and discard any solidified fat from the top of broth.
If necessary, add enough water to broth to make 10 cups total liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 25.8, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.3, Protein 0.4

Tips:

Use a variety of bones. This will give your broth a richer flavor. Ham bones, chicken bones, and beef bones are all good choices.
Roast the bones before making the broth. This will help to bring out their flavor.
Simmer the broth for a long time. The longer you simmer it, the more flavor it will have. Aim for at least 8 hours, but you can simmer it for up to 24 hours.
Add vegetables and herbs to the broth. This will help to add even more flavor. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, parsley, and thyme.
Skim the fat off the broth before using it. This will help to make it lighter and healthier.

Conclusion:

Ham broth is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a great way to add flavor to soups, stews, casseroles, and more. It's also a good source of nutrients, including protein, calcium, and magnesium. So next time you have some leftover ham bones, don't throw them away! Use them to make a pot of delicious ham broth.