Nutmeg Free Herbed Bone Broth Wellness Cup
Warm, restorative, and deeply savory, this herbed bone broth wellness cup is the kind of thing you'll want to sip slowly on a cold morning or whenever your body needs a little extra care. The combination of fresh thyme, rosemary, and parsley with sweet carrots and celery creates a broth that smells incredible as it simmers and tastes even better in the cup. Many store-bought broths and wellness tonics sneak in warming spices that can be a real problem for anyone avoiding nutmeg, but this recipe keeps things beautifully clean — every ingredient is right there in plain sight, no hidden blends or mystery seasonings. The blanching step at the start is a small but smart move that pulls out surface impurities and gives you a clear, golden broth you can actually feel good about. A splash of apple cider vinegar helps draw out the goodness from the bones during that long, gentle simmer, making each mug genuinely nourishing. Just be sure to follow the timing guidance and refrigerate or freeze leftovers promptly — this broth is made to be enjoyed fresh and at its best.
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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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