Description
A nutrient-dense, gelatinous beef bone broth made in a slow cooker with roasted bones and vegetables. This recipe supports gut health, joint mobility, and overall wellness with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs Beef Knuckle or Marrow Bones
- 1 lb Beef Feet or Oxtail
- 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 large Onions, quartered
- 3 large Carrots, chopped
- 4 Celery Stalks, chopped
- 6 Garlic Cloves, smashed
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 tbsp Black Peppercorns
- 1 bunch Fresh Parsley, stems included
- Approx. 1.5 gallons Filtered Water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place beef bones on a large roasting pan and roast for 20-30 minutes until deeply browned, flipping halfway through.
- While bones roast, roughly chop onions, carrots, and celery. Smash garlic cloves.
- Remove bones from oven. In the same pan, sauté vegetables for 5 minutes to deglaze and caramelize slightly.
- Transfer roasted bones and vegetables to a slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar, bay leaves, peppercorns, and parsley stems.
- Pour in filtered water to cover bones by about an inch. Stir gently to mix.
- Cover and cook on Low for 18-24 hours. Do not cook on High.
- Remove large bones and vegetables with a slotted spoon. Strain liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl, discarding solids.
- Let broth cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight. The fat will solidify on top.
- Scoop off hardened fat layer. Pour clear broth into jars or freezer bags. Label with date.
Notes
Roasting the bones is non-negotiable for deep flavor. Use unfiltered apple cider vinegar for extra benefits. Skim foam occasionally during cooking. Do not add salt during cooking to prevent cloudiness; season to taste when serving. Ensure slow cooker lid is tight to prevent evaporation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-24 hours
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: beef bone broth, slow cooker recipe, gut health, collagen, paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, homemade broth, joint health, wellness