Turkey Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth
Warming, deeply golden, and layered with the kind of flavor that only a long, slow simmer can build, this beef bone broth is the kind of thing you'll want to keep on the stove all weekend. Fresh ginger and turmeric give it a gentle, earthy heat, while rosemary, thyme, and parsley round everything out into something that smells absolutely incredible. The apple cider vinegar soak before the heat goes on is a smart step that helps draw minerals out of the bones, making the final broth rich and nourishing from the inside out. Because it's built entirely on beef bones and fresh aromatics, there's no poultry in sight ā a real win when you need something satisfying that steers clear of turkey or chicken altogether. The blanching step at the start keeps the broth clean and clear rather than murky, so what ends up in your mug is pure, glossy, and gorgeous. Finished with a squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh chives, it's the kind of sipping broth that feels like a treat rather than a remedy. Make a big batch, portion it into jars, and you'll have something genuinely restorative ready to go all week long.
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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
- Ā½ 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 ā this helps draw minerals from the bones before heat is applied.
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