Homemade Broth Recipe
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Buying broth at the store was a staple in my pantry in the past. I love soups and making sauces with broth.
One day I tried making it at home. Seemed easy just stick a bunch of stuff in a pot and simmer. It was the best I had ever had and gave my soup recipes a whole new flavor.
I never turned back. BONUS it is cheaper!
I’m so excited to share with you my recipe and easy tips for making your own at home. It is completely customizable and you can use this as a base for a veggie broth, chicken broth, or even pork broth!
As you cook over time, you dice and chop and end up with leftover onion, celery, carrot and garlic pieces. I’m talking about the skin, carrot peel, and celery leaves. All the stuff you have thrown out in the past. Just throw it in the freezer and fill the bag as you have leftover veggies.
Once full, make yourself some broth. All you have to do is throw it in a pot, fill up the pot with water and seasonings then simmer for at least two hours (If I am home I let mine go for the day or as long as I have)
If you happen to be meal planning you can either fill up that freezer bag right away and freeze till you’re ready, or throw it in a pot and simmer while you finish preparing the meals.After the broth is done, fill up a couple mason jars and stick them in the freezer. Thaw when ready and enjoy never having to spend money on broth again.
My favorite broths to make are a chicken bone broth and a veggie broth. I use the rotisserie chicken leftover bones when I want to make a chicken broth. Check out my recipe below for broth with some added seasonings for flavor.
Yes! Homemade broth is so heathy! Whether it’s bone broth or veggie broth you will get so many healthy benefits. Making your own is also healthy because you have control of the salt, ingredients and flavor. Some store bought brands are extremely high in sodium with lots of additives and preservatives. Not to mention I have had so many that are super bland.
For the best homemade dinners use your own homemade broth. Freeze it in mason jars and you will always have some healthy broth ready to go.
Bay leaves are the secret to a whole flavorful broth. Just throw one or two in with any combination of your veggies and the broth will be insane!
You will love it, never go without bay leaves again. You can make chicken, beef or veggie broth with bay leaves for added flavor.
Just throw everything into a slow cooker and let it cook for you. Cook on low for 2-8 hours. No mess, no fuss and a delicious flavor!
It all depends on what kind of broth you are making. For a bone broth use bones of chicken or beef. For a more traditional chicken stock or beef stock you can use leftover meat, skin and or bone. For veggie broth skip the meat and just add water to your vegetables.
Any recipe that requires broth. It’s also great to sip on or as a simple soup when a loved one is sick.
I like to make a big batch of broth and then freeze in smaller portions so that I can use it for any recipe. Use glass or other freezer containers and freeze once it is cool.
Do not freeze while still hot and be sure to leave a little extra room in the container as liquid expands as it freezes.
You do not have to have one as you can just cook it on the stovetop with a large pot. But you can use a slow cooker or crock pot for this recipe. It is designed to be fast and easy so you do not have to take the time to cook all night.
berta says:
veo que preparas comidas muy ricas por eso me anote SUERTE Y EXITO berta
Hannah Stewart says:
Thank you so much!! I love cooking for others and sharing my love and passion! Hope you enjoy <3