Kittencal's Rich Homemade Beef Stock Crock Pot or Stove Top

Transform your cooking with Kittencal's Rich Homemade Beef Stock, a versatile and deeply flavorful base for soups, stews, and sauces that can be prepared in a slow cooker or on the stovetop. Crafted with roasted beef bones for a robust umami boost, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients like carrots, celery, garlic, and fresh herbs to create a stock that's rich in depth and aroma. Perfectly simmered for hours to extract every ounce of flavor, it’s an essential kitchen staple that freezes beautifully for future use. Whether you're batch-cooking or elevating your favorite dishes, this easy-to-follow guide ensures a stock that's both nutrient-packed and restaurant-quality.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:720 mins

Total Time:740 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds beef bones (preferably with some meat attached, such as shank or marrow bones)
• 2 large carrots, roughly chopped
• 2 medium celery stalks, roughly chopped
• 1 large yellow onion, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 bay leaves
• 5 fresh thyme sprigs
• 10 whole black peppercorns
• 5 parsley stems (optional)
• 20 cups cold water
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust based on preference)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for roasting bones, if using stove top method)

Directions

Step 1

If roasting bones for enhanced flavor (optional but recommended): Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the beef bones in a roasting pan and drizzle them with vegetable oil. Roast for 30-40 minutes, turning once, until they are well-browned.

Step 2

In the slow cooker or a large stockpot, add the beef bones (roasted or raw), carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.

Step 3

Add the tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, black peppercorns, and parsley stems (if using).

Step 4

Pour in cold water to cover all ingredients by about an inch (approximately 20 cups). Add salt, but start with 1 teaspoon – you can adjust the seasoning later.

Step 5

For the slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours, or until the stock is deep brown and richly flavored. For the stove top: Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 6-8 hours, skimming off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove and discard the solids using a slotted spoon or a fine mesh strainer. Strain the stock through a fine strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl or clean pot.

Step 7

Allow the stock to cool slightly, then refrigerate. Once chilled, skim off the solidified fat from the surface, if desired.

Step 8

Store the stock in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage (up to 3 months).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6939.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4966.1

Total Fat 391.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 149.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1088.6mg	0%
Sodium 3394.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 335.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 842.1mg	0%
Iron 51.4mg	0%
Potassium 4956.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.9%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 3.6%