Soup
Nourishing Homemade Bone Broth
By Luisa Szakacs
Simple Prep
Protocol Approved
Ingredients 11
- 4 lbs organic bones (beef, chicken, or mixed)
- 2 organic carrots, chopped
- 3 organic celery stalks, chopped
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 2 cups Swiss chard, chopped
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- Himalayan pink salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup liquid aminos (or to taste)
- Optional: any vegetable or herb scraps you have on hand
Method
1
Roast the bones: Place bones on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 30 minutes, until fragrant and nicely browned.
2
Build the broth: Add bones to a large stockpot along with vegetables, herbs, garlic, and any veggie or herb scraps.
3
Add water: Cover everything with good-quality, filtered water.
4
Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 24-48 hours, skimming off any foam that rises to the top and adding more water as needed.
5
Finish with herbs: Add delicate herbs (parsley, dill, rosemary) during the last 30-60 minutes of cooking.
6
Season: Add Himalayan pink salt and liquid aminos to taste.
7
Strain and store: Strain broth, discard solids, and store in glass jars in the refrigerator or freezer.
