Caffeine Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Total time4 hr 45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time4 hr

4.7

(26)

Caffeine Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Warm, deeply golden, and fragrant with ginger, turmeric, and fresh herbs, this sipping broth is the kind of thing you'll want to curl up with on a slow afternoon. It's a genuinely satisfying alternative to reaching for a caffeinated drink when you want something hot and comforting — no coffee, no tea, just pure, nourishing flavor. The apple cider vinegar soak before simmering is a smart step that helps draw minerals from the bones, giving the finished broth real body and depth. A long, gentle four-hour simmer lets the carrots, celery, rosemary, thyme, and parsley do their work without rushing, and the result is a broth that tastes like it took serious effort even though the process is mostly hands-off. Finishing with a squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up and makes the herbal notes pop in the most satisfying way. Whether you're cutting back on caffeine or just looking for a cozy ritual to replace your morning cup, this is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 lb beef bones (knuckle, marrow, or neck bones)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
10 cups cold water
3 medium carrots, roughly chopped
3 stalks celery, roughly chopped
1 medium yellow onion, quartered
6 cloves garlic, smashed
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced
1 (1-inch) piece fresh turmeric, sliced, or 1 tsp ground turmeric
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
½ bunch fresh parsley (stems and leaves)
2 bay leaves
1 tsp sea salt, plus more to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the beef bones in the stockpot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then drain and rinse the bones under cold running water to remove any grey foam or impurities. Rinse the pot as well.
2
Return the cleaned bones to the pot. Add the apple cider vinegar and 10 cups cold water. Let the bones soak for 20 minutes — this helps draw minerals from the bones before heat is applied.

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