Hot Stuff: Benefits Of Bone Broth

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (or more) of bones from a healthy source
• 2 chicken feet for extra gelatin (optional)
• 1 onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 stalks of celery
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Optional: 1 bunch of parsley, 1 tablespoon or more of sea salt, 1 teaspoon peppercorns, additional herbs or spices to taste. I also add 2 cloves of garlic for the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Directions 

1. Roast bones in the oven for 30 minutes at 350 degrees in order to help bring out their flavor.
2. Place the bones in a large (5 gallon) pot.
3. Pour water over the bones and add the vinegar.
4. Let sit for 20-30 minutes in the cool water.
5. Rough chop and add the vegetables (except parsley & garlic).
6. Add any salt, pepper, spices, or herbs, if using.
7. Bring the broth to a boil.
8. Once it has reached a vigorous boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer until done
   • Beef broth/stock: 48 hours
   • Chicken or poultry broth/stock: 24 hours
   • Fish broth: 8 hours
9. During the first few hours of simmering, you’ll need to remove the impurities that float to the surface.
10. A frothy/foamy layer will form and it can be easily scooped off with a big spoon.
11. During the last 30 minutes, add the garlic and parsley, if using.
12. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
13.  Strain using a fine metal strainer to remove all the bits of bone and vegetable.
14. Store in a glass container in refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.

Hot Stuff: Benefits Of Bone Broth  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

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