Bone broth is a nutrient-rich, traditional preparation that harnesses the natural collagen and minerals from animal bones. This deeply nourishing broth has been used for centuries as both a culinary base and a health tonic.
This recipe combines beef bones, chicken feet, and cow foot with aromatic vegetables to create a gelatinous broth rich in collagen, which supports bone density, skin elasticity, joint health, and may help slow the aging process.
Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs beef bones, cut into small pieces
- 1 lb chicken feet
- 1 lb cow foot
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 4-5 sprigs fresh basil
- 3-4 garlic sprouts
- 1 bunch fresh parsley
- Water (enough to cover ingredients)
- Prep time: 1.5 hours
- Cook time: 4-8 hours
- Serves: 8-10
Steps to Follow
- Step 1: Soak bones in cold water for 1 hour, then rinse thoroughly until water runs clear
- Step 2: Clean chicken feet and cow foot, making several small cuts in each
- Step 3: Place all bones and meat in a large pot
- Step 4: Add chopped vegetables
- Step 5: Cover ingredients with water and bring to a boil
- Step 6: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 4-8 hours until meat falls off bones
- Step 7: Remove vegetables, meat, and bones
- Step 8: Strain liquid into a clean bowl and let cool completely
- Step 9: Refrigerate overnight
- Step 10: Next morning, separate solidified collagen oil from the jellied broth
Additional Instructions
- Use a slow cooker if available for best results
- Store broth in refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Freeze in small containers for longer storage
- Collect and freeze collagen oil separately
- Ask butcher to cut bones small for maximum collagen extraction
- Consume broth warm or at room temperature
- Allergy note: Contains beef and chicken products
General Nutritional Values
- Approx. Calories: 120 kcal per cup
- Approx. Protein: 9g per cup
- Approx. Carbohydrates: 2g per cup
- Approx. Fat: 7g per cup
- Rich in collagen, minerals, and amino acids
