Slow Cooker Bone Broth

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This is a simple slow cooker bone broth recipe that is said to help reduce joint pain and inflammation. Side effects include good health, smiles all around, and a happy stomach.

By Allrecipes Member
Updated on December 16, 2023
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
8 hrs 25 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
4 quarts
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 3 pounds beef bones, or more to taste

  • 3 carrots, chopped

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 5 cloves garlic, smashed

  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 8 cups cold water, or as needed to cover

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • kosher salt to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; spread beef bones out onto the prepared baking sheet.

  2. Roast bones in the preheated oven until browned, 25 to 30 minutes.

  3. Place carrots, celery, onion, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves into a slow cooker. Place roasted bones over vegetables, then pour in enough cold water to cover bones. Add apple cider vinegar and kosher salt.

  4. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours. Pour broth through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl and discard any strained solids.

Cook’s Note

You can skim the froth that forms at the surface of a stock as it cooks, but there's no real reason to do so. Do this only if you must have a clear broth. Otherwise, keep it in and garner the health benefits.

You can also remove the congealed fat that forms at the top when the stock is cooled. If the bones are from grass-fed and pastured animals, the fat will be healthy for you. It's your call.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of vegetables used to make the broth. The actual amount consumed will vary.

138 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

269 Calories
19g Fat
2g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 269
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 25%
Saturated Fat 9g 43%
Cholesterol 85mg 28%
Sodium 76mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 260mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.