Best 4 Beef Bone Broth Recipes

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Beef bone broth is a nutritious and flavorful liquid made by simmering beef bones in water. It has been a part of traditional cuisines worldwide for centuries and is believed to offer various health benefits. Whether you're seeking a comforting food to boost your immune system during cold season, a base for your favorite soups and stews, or a natural remedy for gut health, discovering the best recipe for beef bone broth is essential. With careful selection of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a rich and healing broth that will nourish your body and soul.

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

BEEF BONE BROTH



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The longer you cook this nourishing broth, the more savory and concentrated it will become. Roasting the bones and vegetables beforehand will add even more flavor and richness. Season with salt and sip this restorative broth on its own, use it as a cooking liquid for grains or legumes, or deploy it as a base for sauces and soups like hearty, healthy Detox Pho.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Garlic     Onion     Celery     Carrot

Yield Makes about 8 cups of broth, depending on cooking time

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 pounds beef bones, preferably a mix of marrow bones and bones with a little meat on them, such as oxtail, short ribs, or knuckle bones (cut in half by a butcher)
2 medium unpeeled carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium leek, end trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, quartered
1 garlic head, halved crosswise
2 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Special equipment:
6-quart (or larger) stockpot or a large slow cooker

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Place beef bones, carrots, leek, onion, and garlic on a roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes. Toss the contents of the pan and continue to roast until deeply browned, about 20 minutes more.
  • Fill a large (at least 6-quart) stockpot with 12 cups of water (preferably filtered) . Add celery, bay leaves, peppercorns, and vinegar. Scrape the roasted bones and vegetables into the pot along with any juices. Add more water if necessary to cover bones and vegetables.
  • Cover the pot and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to a very low simmer and cook with lid slightly ajar, skimming foam and excess fat occasionally, for at least 8 but up to 24 hours on the stovetop. (Do not leave on stovetop unattended, simply cool and continue simmering the next day.) The longer you simmer it, the better your broth will be. Add more water if necessary to ensure bones and vegetables are fully submerged. Alternately, you can cook the broth in a slow cooker on low for the same amount of time.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and let cool slightly. Strain broth using a fine-mesh sieve and discard bones and vegetables. Let continue to cool until barely warm, then refrigerate in smaller containers overnight. Remove solidified fat from the top of the chilled broth.

INSTANT POT® BEEF BONE BROTH



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Don't toss those beef bones. Freeze them, and when you have 2 pounds make beef broth using your Instant Pot® with minimal prep!

Provided by Bren

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Broth and Stock Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
2 pounds frozen beef bones
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks chopped celery
1 medium onion, quartered
5 cloves garlic, whole
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sea salt
10 whole black peppercorns
6 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Place beef bones, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until browned, about 45 minutes.
  • Scrape roasted bones and vegetables into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add bay leaves, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, peppercorns, and boiling water. Close and lock the lid. Select Manual pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 120 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove bones and vegetables and discard. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and set over a large bowl. Pour broth through strainer and discard solids.
  • Allow broth to cool. Remove and discard fat layer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 247.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

BEEF BONE BROTH



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"Bone broth" has become stylish as part of the Paleo diet, which enthusiastically recommends eating meat and bones. (The idea is to eat like our Paleolithic, pre-agricultural ancestors.) But cooks have known its wonderful qualities for centuries. This robust and savory beef broth - more than a stock, less than a soup - can be the basis for innumerable soups and stews, but it also makes a satisfying and nourishing snack on its own.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     breakfast, dinner, lunch, snack, soups and stews, side dish

Time 5h45m

Yield About 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 pounds bone-in beef short rib
2 1/2 pounds beef shank or oxtail
2 pounds beef knucklebones or neck bones, or a combination of both (or add 1 more pound beef shank or oxtail)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 celery stalks, coarsely chopped
2 onions, halved and peeled
1 (14.5-ounce) can tomatoes (they can be whole, peeled or diced)
1 head garlic, excess skins removed, top chopped off to expose the cloves
2 bay leaves
1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 bunch fresh thyme
1/4 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
1 tablespoon black peppercorns

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place meat and bones in a roasting pan or on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, turning to coat, then brush all over with tomato paste. Roast until browned, 30 to 35 minutes. They don't need to cook all the way through but to just develop some color.
  • Put roasted meat and bones in a 12-quart stockpot and add vinegar and enough cold water to cover by 3 inches (about 6 quarts). Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer, uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours. While simmering, occasionally skim fat and foam from the top using a ladle.
  • Add all the remaining ingredients. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for a minimum of 3 hours. If using knucklebones, simmer overnight, 9 to 15 hours, so the knucklebones have sufficient time to break down.
  • Remove meat and bones with a slotted spoon or tongs; reserve meat for another use (such as soup). Pour broth through a fine-mesh strainer into a large heatproof bowl. Once broth has cooled, store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 117, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 52 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right bones: Use a variety of bones, such as marrow bones, knuckle bones, and neck bones, for a more flavorful broth.
  • Roast the bones before simmering: Roasting the bones adds a rich, caramelized flavor to the broth.
  • Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions add flavor and nutrients to the broth. Herbs like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves also add flavor.
  • Simmer for a long time: The longer you simmer the broth, the more flavorful it will be. Aim for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours.
  • Strain the broth: Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.
  • Store the broth properly: Store the broth in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Beef bone broth is a delicious and nutritious addition to any diet. It is easy to make and can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to sauces and gravies. Whether you are looking for a healthy way to boost your immune system or simply want to enjoy a delicious and flavorful broth, beef bone broth is a great choice.

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