Savory Bone Broth Symphony
Savory Bone Broth Symphony This recipe is for a rich and flavorful bone broth that is perfect for sipping on its own or using as a base for soups and stews. The broth is made with a combination of beef and pork bones, which gives it a deep and complex flavor. The bones are roasted in the oven before being simmered in water with vegetables for 24 hours. This long simmering time allows the collagen in the bones to break down and release its gelatin, which gives the broth its characteristic thickness and body. The broth can be enjoyed on its own or used as a base for soups and stews. It is also a great way to use up leftover bones from roasted meats.
The history of bone broth is a long and winding one, dating back to the earliest days of human civilization. In ancient times, people would often simmer the bones of animals that they had hunted or butchered in water to create a nutritious and flavorful broth. This broth was used as a way to preserve meat, as well as a way to extract nutrients from the bones that would otherwise be discarded. Over the centuries, bone broth has been used in a variety of cultures around the world. In traditional Chinese medicine, bone broth is considered to be a healing food that can help to strengthen the immune system and promote overall health. In Western cultures, bone broth has been used as a way to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, flu, and digestive problems. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in bone broth as a health food. This is due in part to the growing popularity of the Paleo diet, which emphasizes the consumption of whole, unprocessed foods. Bone broth is also a good source of collagen, which is a protein that is important for skin, hair, and nail health. Today, bone broth can be found in many grocery stores and health food stores. It can also be made at home using a variety of methods. The recipe below is for a simple and flavorful bone broth that can be used in a variety of dishes.
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Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 1440 | Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds beef bones (such as marrow bones, soup bones, or knuckle bones)
  • 2 pounds pork bones (such as neck bones, back bones, or rib bones)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 parsnip, chopped
  • 1 turnip, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Place the bones on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until they are browned.
  3. Transfer the bones to a large stockpot and cover with water.
  4. Add the onion, carrots, celery, parsnip, turnip, and garlic to the pot.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 24 hours.
  6. Strain the broth into a clean container and let cool.
  7. Skim off any fat that has risen to the top of the broth.
  8. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • Roasting the bones before simmering them helps to develop their flavor and color.
  • Simmering the bones for 24 hours allows the collagen in the bones to break down and release its gelatin, which gives the broth its characteristic thickness and body.
  • The vegetables in the broth add flavor and nutrients.