Mediterranean Diet Hearty Homemade Bone Broth

Nourish your body and soul with this Mediterranean Diet Hearty Homemade Bone Broth, a wholesome and flavorful elixir packed with nutrients. Made with deeply roasted grass-fed beef bones, fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme, and a splash of apple cider vinegar to extract every drop of collagen and minerals, this slow-simmered broth is the ultimate kitchen staple. With a cooking time of up to 24 hours, it delivers a rich, savory flavor while being enhanced by Mediterranean-inspired ingredients for an added healthy twist. Perfect as a warming sip or a nutritious base for soups and stews, this bone broth is a must-try for anyone seeking the health benefits and comforting taste of a traditional recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:720 mins

Total Time:740 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef bones (preferably grass-fed)
• 2 large carrots, coarsely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, coarsely chopped
• 1 large yellow onion, quartered
• 1 whole garlic bulb, halved
• 2 bay leaves
• 10 black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 fresh rosemary sprig
• 2 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 12 cups filtered water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Spread the beef bones on a large baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the bones are nicely browned.

Step 3

Transfer the roasted bones to a large stockpot.

Step 4

Add the chopped carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and apple cider vinegar to the pot.

Step 5

Bundle the rosemary and thyme together with kitchen twine and add to the pot along with the salt.

Step 6

Pour in enough filtered water to cover the bones and vegetables, approximately 12 cups.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low to maintain a slight simmer.

Step 8

Skim any foam or impurities that rise to the surface during the first 30 minutes of simmering.

Step 9

Cover partially with a lid, allowing some steam to escape, and let the broth simmer gently for at least 12 hours, up to 24 hours for maximum flavor extraction.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat and allow the broth to cool slightly.

Step 11

Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another large pot or bowl, discarding the solids (bones and vegetables).

Step 12

Let the broth cool to room temperature and then refrigerate until the fat solidifies on the surface.

Step 13

Once the fat has solidified, remove and discard it for a clearer broth, if desired.

Step 14

Reheat the broth as needed and season to taste before serving. Enjoy as a comforting beverage or as a rich base for soups and stews.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4339.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	718.1

Total Fat 20.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 90.7mg	0%
Sodium 2752.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 72.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 533.1mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1997.4mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 40.7%

Carbs: 33.8%