November Bones | Traditional Maltese Sweets

beef bones

🥗Healthier: chicken bones

💰Cheaper: pork bones

Chicken bones provide a lighter broth, while pork bones are often less expensive.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrition with a different flavor profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Thyme adds a similar aromatic quality at a lower cost.

Preheat a large pot over medium heat.

Add olive oil to the pot and heat until shimmering.

Place beef and pork bones in the pot, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Pour in water to cover the bones and vegetables.

Add bay leaves and peppercorns; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, skimming foam as needed.

Remove bones and strain the broth into a clean pot.

Return the broth to heat and add chopped cabbage and potatoes.

Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Season with salt and stir in parsley and lemon zest before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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