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Healing Bone Broth

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Bone broths are made from animal bones, water, herbs like ginger or thyme, and dandelion root - which all have incredible benefits that any other food type can't match. Learn about the specialty herbs we use to prepare a bone broth that enhances all soups or meals while aiding in digestion and improving gut health.
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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:12 hours

Ingredients

  • 1 roasted chicken, bones only
  • 12 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons dandelion root
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • vegetable scraps

Instructions

  • Pull the meat off of a roasted chicken.
  • Save the bones and set them aside in a a large pot.
  • Top with filtered water until generously covered.
  • Next, add in a bit of salt to season the broth.
  • Add apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • Add 2 tablespoons of dandelion root, burdock root, or both.
  • Add vegetable scraps if you have them.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover.
  • Cook for at least 8-12 hours or until reduced by ½, leaving you with 6 cups of bone broth.
  • Strain into an airtight container or use to make soup.

Notes

Store in an air tight container for up to one week in the refridgerator. 
Pour broth into large ice cube trays and thaw one - two cubes in a large pot as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 1kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.05g | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 4mg | Sugar: 0.02g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.01mg
Course: Herbs
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bone broth, dandelion root, healing soup
Servings: 6
Calories: 1kcal
Author: sarah