Home - made Bone Broth - soooo good and healthy!

Katrin Delorme
Mar 31
2 min read

Ingredients

4 kg Beef bones

4 Bay leaves

8 fresh Sage leaves

4 Carrots, large

6 stalks Celery

2 whole heads Garlic

2 Onions, medium

2 Cinnamon sticks, whole

1/4 cup Peppercorns, black

4 Star anise, whole

2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar

Method

Place bones in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer and drain, then rinse well.

Return bones to pot and again cover with cold water. Add all other ingredients.

Bring pot back to a low simmer, and simmer uncovered for 8-12 hours. As the stock cooks, some foam will form on top- skim the foam with a spoon and discard.

When the stock is done, allow to cool for 10 minutes and then carefully strain into a metal or glass container. Cool loosely covered at room temperature for 30 minutes, then chill in refrigerator thoroughly. Use immediately or store in containers and freeze for later use.

Benefits of this golden elixir!

Joint and bone protective

Bone broth is an excellent source of the protein collagen. Collagen is a key component of cartilage, which lines and protects our bones and joints. As we age, our cartilage starts to break down and weaken [Cue bone broth]. It’s easily absorbed collagen can help to restore cartilage to keep our bones and joints strong.

Good for skin

Thanks again to collagen, which plays an important role in the texture, appearance, and strength of our skin. Collagen begins to break down as we age, and consuming bone broth can help replenish these stores to maintain healthy looking skin.

Gut healthy

Bone broth contains the protein gelatin, which has been shown to help move food through the gut more easily. It also contains certain amino acids that work to protect the gut lining and prevent unwanted particles from getting through (a condition known as “leaky gut”).

Anti-inflammatory and Pro-Immune system

Bone broth contains amino acids that have been specifically shown to fight inflammation. Its exceptionally high mineral content can also help to support and strengthen the immune system.

Sleep-Promoting

Sleep is a pivotal component of health, yet many of us struggle with falling asleep and/or staying asleep. Bone broth contains the amino acid glycine, which has been shown to help enhance sleep quality due to its calming effects on the brain.