Homemade Bone Broth Recipe (Slow-Simmered & Nutrient-Rich)

There’s nothing more restorative than a steaming mug of homemade bone broth . This timeless recipe delivers a collagen-rich, mineral-packed liquid gold that supports gut health, immunity, and joint health. By roasting the bones first, you unlock a deeper, caramelized flavor, while apple cider vinegar helps extract vital nutrients during the long simmer. Whether you’re cooking with chicken, beef, or a mix of bones, this bone broth recipe is flexible and deeply satisfying. After simmering low and slow for up to 48 hours, you’ll have a versatile broth that can be sipped like tea, stirred into grains, or used as the foundation for soups, stews, and sauces. To elevate both flavor and nutrition, finish each cup with a pinch of Pluck seasoning for an umami-packed boost.

For a rich colored, flavorful broth, broil the bones in the oven until lightly browned.

For the bones, you can mix and match animals or stick to one. We collect bones over the month from our meals (ie whole roasted chicken) and store them in an airtight container in the freezer until we have enough to fill the stock pot.

Place the bones and vinegar into the stock pot. Cover with filtered water leaving about 2 inches of space from the top.

You'll want a large pot for this recipe. I recommend at least a 12 qt stock pot.

Bring to a boil and skim any foam off the top. The foam is just any impurities coming out of the bones. Sometimes it’s there, sometimes it isn’t.

Due to the long simmer times (between 12-48 hours), you'll want access to a safe heat source. I use a portable electric burner. I do not recommend using a gas stovetop unattended.

Bring to a boil and skim any foam off the top. The foam is just any impurities coming out of the bones. Sometimes it’s there, sometimes it isn’t.

Due to the long simmer times (between 12-48 hours), you'll want access to a safe heat source. I use a portable electric burner. I do not recommend using a gas stovetop unattended.

Strain out the bones, and either use immediately, or store in a big glass jar in your fridge. Do not place lid on jar until broth is fully cooled.

Use the broth when making grains or drink it like you would a cup of tea. Add a pinch of Pluck to your sipping broth for added nutrients and flavor.