Nourishing Beef Broth

Experience the nourishing goodness of our homemade Beef Broth. Crafted with high-quality grass-fed beef bones and simmered to perfection, this wholesome broth is packed with essential nutrients and offers a range of culinary uses.

Grass-fed beef bones form the foundation of this flavoursome broth, providing an array of beneficial nutrients such as collagen, gelatin, and amino acids. These elements contribute to joint health, skin elasticity, and gut integrity, making our Beef Broth a true powerhouse.

To prepare this nutritious elixir, combine the beef bones with filtered or spring water, allowing the apple cider vinegar to extract minerals during a gentle simmer. Adding onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and a bouquet of fresh herbs infuses the broth with aromatic flavours and extra nutritional value.

The extended cooking time of 12 to 24 hours ensures that all the flavours meld together, allowing the bones to release their beneficial components fully. Regularly skimming off any impurities that rise to the surface ensures a clean and pure broth.

Once prepared, this nourishing beef broth can be used as a base for various soups, stews, and other dishes, adding depth and richness to your culinary creations. Its versatility makes it an excellent addition to your kitchen repertoire.

Enjoy a comforting cup of beef broth on its own, or incorporate it into your favourite recipes to enhance their taste and nutritional profile. The possibilities are endless, from hearty stews and sauces to risottos and comforting braises.

Nourishing Beef Broth

Prep Time: Varies
Cook Time: 12-24 hours
Total Time: Varies
Yield: Varies
Category: Basics

Ingredients:

• 2-3 kg grass-fed beef bones
• 4 liters filtered or spring water
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 onions, quartered
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 4 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• Fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, rosemary), tied together with kitchen twine
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large stockpot, place the beef bones and cover with filtered or spring water. Add apple cider vinegar and let it sit for 1 hour. This helps extract minerals from the bones.
2. Bring the water to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Skim any impurities that rise to the surface.
3. Add the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and fresh herbs to the pot.
4. Simmer the broth on low heat, partially covered, for 12 to 24 hours. This long cooking time allows for the extraction of flavors and nutrients from the bones.
5. Periodically skim off any foam or fat that accumulates on the surface.
6. After simmering, remove the bones and vegetables from the broth using a slotted spoon or strainer.
7. Season the broth with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Allow the broth to cool, then strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any remaining solids.
9. Store the nourishing beef broth in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Optional Instant Pot Directions:

1. Place the beef bones, filtered or spring water, apple cider vinegar, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and fresh herbs into the Instant Pot.
2. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 120 minutes.
3. Allow the pressure to release naturally for at least 15 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
4. Carefully remove the bones and vegetables from the broth using tongs or a slotted spoon.
5. Season the broth with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any remaining solids.
7. Store the nourishing beef broth in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Recipe Notes:

• Choose high-quality grass-fed beef bones to ensure the best flavour and nutrient content.
• The longer you simmer the broth, the more flavorful and nutritious it becomes.
• Feel free to customize your broth by adding additional herbs and spices according to your taste preferences.
• Use the nourishing beef broth as a base for soups, stews, or enjoy it on its own as a comforting and nutritious drink.