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Basic Bone Broth

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 Lbs chicken, beef or turkey bones
  • 2-3 carrots
  • 3-4 celery stalks, with leaves
  • 1 onion sub: shallots, green onions or leeks.
  • 2-3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced extra for a more lemony broth
  • 1 bayleaf
  • 1-2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp black peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 handful fresh herbs

Instructions
 

  • Optional: Preheat oven to 350°. Place bones, onions & garlic on a cooking sheet. Roast for 30-45 minutes.
  • Place all the ingredients in a large stockpot & cover with water. Bring to a boil.
    Lower to a simmer and allow to cook for at least 2 hours. For Best results cook for 6 -8 hours. Cook LOW AND SLOW. Do not add any additional water.
  • When the broth has completely cooked. Strain the broth into glass containers and allow at least 2 inches of space if you plan to freeze the broth.

Notes

For the Instant Pot: Place all ingredients in IP. Cook on manual for 90 minutes. I find this method is not as flavorful as stovetop cooking. 
Kid Friendly: Cook Pasta, rice or vegetables in broth for added protein. Blend into a puree with vegetables. Or Allow little one to sip from a cup!