
Rich, deeply savory, and built entirely from whole ingredients, this slow-simmered broth is the kind of thing that makes your kitchen smell incredible for hours. Every element ā the roasted beef bones, the aromatics, the fresh herbs, the ginger and turmeric ā is there for a reason, and not a single one of them brings hidden sweeteners along for the ride. That matters more than you might think, because plenty of store-bought broths and bouillons sneak in added sugars, maltodextrin, or sweetened flavor enhancers that have no business being in a savory pot. Here, you're in full control from start to finish. The apple cider vinegar isn't for flavor ā it's a smart technique that helps pull minerals out of the bones during that initial soak, making the final broth genuinely nourishing. Roasting the bones first gives the broth a deep amber color and a complexity that a quick simmer could never achieve. Sip it straight from a mug, use it as a base for soups and braises, or freeze it in portions ā however you use it, you know exactly what's in it.
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Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the bones in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, until deeply browned on the underside. Flip and roast for another 15 minutes, until browned on the second side.
Transfer the roasted bones to a large stockpot (8-quart or larger). Pour off any excess fat from the baking sheet, then add a splash of water to the hot pan and scrape up the browned bits; pour this liquid into the pot.
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