Citrus Free Herbed Bone Broth Wellness Cup
Warm, deeply savory, and built from nothing but wholesome basics, this herbed bone broth is the kind of nourishing cup that feels like a reset from the inside out. The combination of fresh thyme, rosemary, and parsley gives it a fragrant, almost garden-like quality that store-bought cartons simply can't replicate. Many commercial broths and wellness drinks sneak in citrus juice, citric acid, or natural flavors derived from citrus — so making your own is genuinely the safest and most satisfying route. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, which means you can sip without second-guessing the label. The blanching step at the start is a small but smart move that keeps the finished broth beautifully clear and clean-tasting rather than murky. A splash of apple cider vinegar helps draw minerals from the bones during the long simmer, adding depth without any citrus involvement whatsoever. Ladle it into a mug as a morning ritual, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a soothing wind-down drink — it's simple, restorative, and completely your own.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs chicken backs or necks, fresh (not frozen-thawed overnight)
- 6 cups cold water
- 2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 sprigs fresh parsley
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Place the chicken backs or necks in a large stockpot and cover with the cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately drain and rinse the bones under cold running water. Return the rinsed bones to the pot — this blanching step removes surface impurities and keeps the broth clear.
- 2
Add the carrots, celery, thyme, parsley, rosemary, and apple cider vinegar to the pot. Pour in enough fresh cold water to cover everything by about 1 inch (roughly 6 cups). Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low so the liquid holds a gentle, steady simmer with small bubbles breaking the surface.
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