Tree Nut Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Total time4 hr 45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time4 hr

4.7

(26)

Tree Nut 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 that makes you feel genuinely nurtured from the inside out. The process starts with a quick blanch of the beef bones to pull out any impurities, which is a small step that makes a big difference in the final clarity and clean flavor of the broth. A splash of apple cider vinegar goes in before the heat, drawing minerals out of the bones during a short soak — it's a simple trick that elevates the whole pot. Fresh ginger and turmeric give it a subtle warmth and earthiness that sets it apart from a basic stock, while rosemary, thyme, and parsley round everything out with a savory, aromatic depth. Everything in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden ingredients sneaking in through a store-bought carton. A long, gentle simmer does all the heavy lifting, and the result is a rich, reduced broth you can sip straight from a mug — finished with a squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh chives if you're feeling fancy.

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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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