Cinnamon Free Slow-Simmered Bone Broth

Rich, deeply savory, and built on nothing but honest ingredients, this slow-simmered bone broth is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible for hours. The bones are roasted first until deeply browned, which gives the finished broth that gorgeous amber color and a complexity you simply cannot get from a carton. A splash of apple cider vinegar goes into the pot early on, drawing minerals out of the bones during a 30-minute rest before the heat even comes on — a small step that makes a real difference. Fresh thyme, rosemary, parsley, ginger, and a touch of turmeric round out the flavor without any warming spices that can sneak into store-bought versions and cause problems for people avoiding cinnamon. The long, lazy simmer — anywhere from ten to twelve hours — is where the magic happens, coaxing out collagen and flavor until the broth is silky and deeply nourishing. Strain it, chill it, skim the fat, and you have a clean, versatile base that works beautifully for soups, braises, or sipping straight from a mug.

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