Don’t throw away those bones! Ok, maybe you can let the dogs enjoy a few but you must save some for this canning beef stock recipe. Do you remember the earlier post that featured the canning chicken stock recipe? I would say that the process is pretty similar, with the only major difference being the beef vs chicken bones. Which makes sense, right? LOL.
If you understand the basics of canning recipes, you should not have any difficulties with this one. Dust off your pressure canner, as you are going to need it. As for the herbs, I prefer using them fresh for this recipe, however you have the option of using them dried too. Also, I have discovered that the longer you allow the stock to simmer in the pot, the richer and tastier it ends up being. When canned, you can store it for up to a year in a cool dry spot.
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Here’s What You’ll Need:
- meaty beef bones
- large onions
- carrots
- celery
- garlic
- bay leaves
- dried thyme or fresh thyme
- dried sage or fresh sage
- dried rosemary or fresh rosemary
- peppercorns
- water
- large roasting pans
- large stockpot
- slotted spoon
- cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve
- pressure canner
- canning jars
- canning lids and bands
- canning utensils
- kitchen towel
- labels
- marker
For the best tasting beef stock, the bones will need a little roasting. Whilst they roast in the oven, you can wash and prep your veggies. From the roasting pans the bones go straight into a large stock pot with the veggies and the water. Now we call on your patience, as you allow the stock to simmer for at least 4 hours. The grey foam that may form at the top during the simmering process, should be skimmed off.
Strain your stock into a large container or jars and leave to cool in the fridge overnight. The next day, sterilize all your jars first. Just like the grey foam, any fat that may have settled on the top should be removed. The beef stock is then reheated in the pot before it is packed into the jars and processed in the pressure canner. Leave your jars to seal overnight on your kitchen counter, make sure they are all sealed and labelled before storing them away.
You can get the full recipe & instructions on the Grow A Good Life blog, here…
You can watch the video below on Canning Homemade Beef Bone Broth…
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