Nourishing & Delicious: Homemade Beef Bone Broth for the Soul
There’s nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of homemade beef bone broth, especially after a long day or when you’re feeling under the weather. We here at Home Grown Beef Co. believe in harnessing the power of whole, natural ingredients, and that’s exactly what inspired this incredibly simple yet profoundly nourishing recipe. This isn’t just broth; it’s liquid gold, packed with flavor and goodness, perfect for sipping on its own or as a rich base for countless culinary creations!
Ingredients for Your Hearty Broth
Making incredible bone broth starts with incredible ingredients. We’re talking about the best of the best, direct from our pastures to your kitchen!
- ~3-4 lbs Beef Soup Bones from Home Grown Beef Co.
- 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 3 carrots, roughly chopped
- 3 celery stalks, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 bunch fresh parsley (optional, for the last hour of cooking)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (helps extract minerals)
- Cold filtered water (enough to cover the bones and veggies)
- Salt to taste
Feature Product: Home Grown Beef Co. Beef Soup Bones
When it comes to making exceptional bone broth, the quality of your bones is paramount. Our Beef Soup Bones are the secret ingredient to a truly flavorful and nutrient-dense broth. Sourced directly from our family farm in Winslow, Arkansas, these grass-fed/grain-finished bones are free from hormones, antibiotics, or anything you don’t want in your food. They’re bursting with collagen and essential nutrients, making them not just delicious but incredibly beneficial for your health. Whether you’re simmering them for hours or roasting them first for an even deeper flavor, you’ll taste the difference that farm-fresh quality makes. Get ready to elevate your cooking and nourish your body!
Beef Soup Bones
At Homegrown Beef Co., we're proud to offer Grass-fed/Grain Finished Beef Soup Bones that are perfect for making rich and flavorful beef broth. Our bo...
Easy Steps to Your Best Broth Ever
Making bone broth is more about patience than complicated techniques. Here’s how you can make a delicious batch with our amazing Beef Soup Bones:
- Optional (but recommended) Roasting: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the Beef Soup Bones on a baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes, or until nicely browned. This adds incredible depth of flavor to your broth!
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the roasted (or unroasted) Beef Soup Bones to a large stock pot or slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, smashed garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and apple cider vinegar.
- Cover with Water: Pour enough cold filtered water over all the ingredients to cover them by at least an inch or two. Using cold water helps to slowly extract more flavor and nutrients.
- Bring to a Simmer: Bring the pot slowly to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during the first hour.
- Simmer Patiently: Cover the pot and let your broth simmer gently for a minimum of 8-12 hours, and up to 24 hours (or even 48 hours for an ultra-rich broth!). If using a slow cooker, set it to low for the same duration. Add the fresh parsley during the last hour of cooking if desired.
- Strain and Season: Once your broth has simmered to perfection, carefully remove the bones and large vegetable pieces with tongs or a slotted spoon. Strain the remaining liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into clean jars or containers. Season generously with salt to taste.
- Cool and Store: Allow the broth to cool completely before covering and storing it in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days, or freeze it in individual portions for longer storage (up to 6 months).
Tips & Variations for Your Homemade Broth
- Spice it Up: Feel free to add other herbs and spices like thyme, rosemary, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
- Veggie Boost: Don’t toss those veggie scraps! Keep a bag in your freezer for onion ends, carrot peels, and celery leaves to bulk up your broth. This is a wonderfully sustainable practice!
- Instant Pot Method: For a faster broth, use an Instant Pot! After step 2, set it to high pressure for 2-3 hours, then allow for a natural pressure release. This is perfect for those busy weekdays when you still want farm-fresh goodness.
We absolutely adore seeing what you create with our premium grass-fed beef products. Give this nourishing homemade beef bone broth a try and let us know what you think! Share your delicious creations on social media and tag us @HomeGrownBeefCo. We’re proud to serve communities with local beef delivery NWA, grass-fed beef delivery Fayetteville AR, pasture-raised beef Bentonville, farm-fresh beef delivery Fort Smith, and NWA local meat delivery. Happy cooking, neighbors!
