Paraben Free Herbed Bone Broth Wellness Cup
There is something deeply comforting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of rich, golden broth, and this herbed version delivers that feeling with every sip. Made with fresh chicken bones, garden vegetables, and a handful of aromatic herbs, it's the kind of nourishing cup that feels like self-care in the most practical sense. Because parabens can sneak into processed broths and packaged stocks through preservatives and additives, making your own from scratch is the cleanest route to a truly pure result. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so you know exactly what you're drinking. The apple cider vinegar helps draw minerals from the bones during the long, gentle simmer, while the thyme, rosemary, and parsley layer in a savory herbal depth that store-bought versions simply can't replicate. A quick blanching step at the start keeps the broth beautifully clear, and skimming the surface as it simmers ensures a clean, refined finish. Sip it straight from the mug while it's hot, or freeze portions so you always have a wholesome, preservative-free cup ready to go.
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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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