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Homemade beef bone broth simmering in a slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Beef Bone Broth

A rich and nourishing bone broth made from roasted beef bones, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for warming the soul and enhancing your favorite dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 hours
Total Time 18 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 125
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 lbs mixed beef bones (oxtail, knuckles, neck bones, and/or short ribs) Provides richness and collagen.
  • 2 medium carrots Adds sweetness and color.
  • 3 stalks celery Enhances freshness and depth.
  • 2 medium onions Deepens the broth's profile.
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Helps extract nutrients from bones.
  • 1 leaf bay leaf Provides a hint of herbal essence.
  • 10-12 cups water Transforms all ingredients into broth.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Prepare the bones: Place the mixed beef bones in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 60 minutes, turning halfway.
  3. In your slow cooker, place the chopped carrots, celery, onions, bay leaf, and apple cider vinegar.
  4. Carefully add the roasted bones and cover with water.
Cooking
  1. Set your slow cooker to LOW and let it cook for 18-36 hours.
  2. Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to remove larger bone pieces and strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve.
  3. Transfer the broth into jars and refrigerate. Skim off the fat layer once cooled.
Serving
  1. Always reheat your broth before serving and season to taste.

Notes

To enhance flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley. For a richer taste, let the broth cook for the full 36 hours. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months.