Best 4 Homemade Bone Broth Recipes

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Bone broth is a nutritious and flavorful liquid made from simmering animal bones and connective tissues in water for an extended period of time. It has been a staple in many cultures for centuries and is often used as a base for soups, stews, and sauces. Bone broth is also believed to have a number of health benefits, including boosting the immune system, improving joint health, and promoting healthy skin and hair.

This article provides three different recipes for making bone broth at home:

* **Classic Bone Broth:** This is a basic recipe that uses chicken bones, vegetables, and herbs to create a rich and flavorful broth.
* **Beef Bone Broth:** This recipe uses beef bones and vegetables to create a hearty and savory broth that is perfect for soups and stews.
* **Fish Bone Broth:** This recipe uses fish bones and vegetables to create a light and delicate broth that is perfect for seafood dishes.

All three recipes are easy to follow and require only a few simple ingredients. Once you have made your bone broth, you can use it immediately or store it in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF BONE BROTH



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This is a very basic beef bone broth recipe that you can make as a Sunday project. Freeze the broth for use within six months. If desired, refrigerate before freezing so that you can skim off any hard fat that forms or solidifies on the top.

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Broth and Stock Recipes

Time 13h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 ½ pounds beef bones, such as oxtail, short rib, knuckle, and shank
2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into 8 pieces
1 medium leek - roots trimmed off, cleaned, and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 whole head garlic, halved crosswise
12 cups water, or as needed
2 bay leaves, or more to taste
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place beef bones on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast bones in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, turning over at the halfway point.
  • Carefully place bones into a large stockpot and pour in any juices that have collected on the baking sheet. Add celery, onion, leek, and garlic to the stockpot, and add just enough water to completely cover the bones. Stir in bay leaves, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring broth to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to a very low simmer and cover, venting the lid a bit. Simmer for 12 hours, occasionally skimming off any foam and "gunk" that rises to the top. Add additional water whenever bones and vegetables are no longer covered.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and cool broth to room temperature. Strain broth with a fine-mesh strainer into a clean pot. Discard bones and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 205.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

HOMEMADE BONE BROTH



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Bone broth is excellent in place of stock or broth called for in recipes. It's also enjoyable on its own or as a base for soup. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield about 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds meaty beef soup bones (beef shanks or short ribs)
2 medium onions, quartered
3 chopped medium carrots, optional
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
3 bay leaves
3 garlic cloves, peeled
8 to 10 whole peppercorns
Cold water

Steps:

  • Place bones in a large stockpot or Dutch oven; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Drain, discarding liquid. Rinse bones; drain. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°. In a large roasting pan, roast boiled bones, uncovered, 30 minutes. Add onions and, if desired, carrots. Roast until bones and vegetables are dark brown, 30-45 minutes longer; drain fat., Transfer bones and vegetables to a large stockpot or Dutch oven. Add 1/2 cup warm water to roasting pan; stir to loosen browned bits. Transfer pan juices to pot. Add seasonings and enough cold water just to cover. Slowly bring to a boil; this should take about 30 minutes. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, with lid slightly ajar, 8-24 hours, skimming foam occasionally. If necessary, add water to keep ingredients covered. , Remove beef bones; cool. Strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined colander, discarding vegetables and seasonings. If using immediately, skim fat. Or, refrigerate 8 hours or overnight; remove fat from surface.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BONE BROTH



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After bout upon bout of sickness with the start of the school year, a friend showed me her bone broth recipe. This is a great way to use up old chicken, pork, or beef bones (or just go buy some fresh!) that adds tons of amazing nutrients and amino acids to your diet! 10 minutes of prep, a day of your house smelling like a roast, and you have a fantastic, versatile base for soups, stews, and so much more!

Provided by mwm080709

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Broth and Stock Recipes

Time P1DT40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 pounds beef bones
6 cups cool water, or as needed
2 onions, thickly sliced
2 carrots
3 cloves garlic, crushed
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a roasting pan with cooking spray.
  • Spread tomato paste onto beef bones and place in the prepared roasting pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bones begin to brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer bones to a slow cooker and pour in enough water to cover bones. Add onions, carrots, garlic, and bay leaves to broth mixture.
  • Cook on Low for at least 24 hours.
  • Strain broth through a fine-mesh strainer into a container and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 186.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

HOMEMADE CHICKEN BROTH



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Wondering how to make chicken broth at home? Learn here! Rich in chicken flavor, this traditional broth is lightly seasoned with herbs. Besides making wonderful chicken soups, this chicken stock recipe can be used in casseroles, rice dishes and other recipes that call for chicken broth. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h40m

Yield about 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 pounds bony chicken pieces (legs, wings, necks or back bones)
2 celery ribs with leaves, cut into chunks
2 medium carrots, cut into chunks
2 medium onions, quartered
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
8 to 10 whole peppercorns
2 quarts cold water

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a soup kettle or Dutch oven. Slowly bring to a boil; reduce heat until mixture is just at a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 hours, skimming foam as necessary. , Set chicken aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones. Discard bones; save meat for another use. Strain broth, discarding vegetables and seasonings. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Skim fat from surface.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right bones: Beef bones are the most common type of bones used for bone broth, but you can also use pork, lamb, or chicken bones. Look for bones that are marrow-rich and have a good amount of meat on them.
  • Roast the bones: Roasting the bones before simmering them helps to develop their flavor and color. You can do this in the oven or on a grill.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Adding vegetables to your bone broth will help to boost its nutrient content and flavor. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, and leeks.
  • Add herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can help to add flavor and depth to your bone broth. Some good choices include parsley, thyme, rosemary, sage, and bay leaves.
  • Simmer the broth for a long time: The longer you simmer the bone broth, the more flavorful it will be. Aim for at least 12 hours, but you can simmer it for up to 24 hours.
  • Strain the broth: Once the bone broth is done simmering, strain it through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids.
  • Store the broth: Bone broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Bone broth is a delicious and nutritious drink that is easy to make at home. It is a great way to use up leftover bones and vegetables, and it can be used in a variety of recipes. Whether you are looking for a healthy way to boost your immune system or simply want to enjoy a flavorful and comforting drink, bone broth is a great option.

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