Homemade Bone Broth Recipe | 5 Easy Steps!

chicken bones

💰Cheaper: turkey bones

Turkey bones are often less expensive and can provide similar flavor.

apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is a cost-effective substitute for extracting minerals from bones.

Start with leftover bones from a roasted chicken and vegetable scraps.

Add three ribs of celery, two carrots, and one large onion (skins on) to the pot.

Add a teaspoon of whole peppercorns, a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, a bay leaf, and eight smashed garlic cloves.

Create an aromatic bundle with rosemary, thyme, and parsley, tying it with kitchen twine before adding it to the pot.

Pour in 12 cups of water, ensuring everything is submerged.

Cover the pot and bring it to medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer.

Simmer the broth for a minimum of four hours, skimming off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

After simmering, check the color of the broth to ensure it's dark and flavorful.

Strain the broth through a fine sieve, using a ladle to help pour it out.

Add salt to taste while the broth is slightly warm before storing.

Store the broth in quart jars or flip-top bottles, which can be kept in the refrigerator or frozen.

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