Beef Stock Recipe

Name: Beef Stock
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds beef shanks; 1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves; ½ cups water; 2 carrots cut into chunks; onions 2 med., quartered; 2 stalks celery cut into pieces include leaves, if any; 1 bay leaf; 2 whole cloves garlic; 2 whole cloves; 6 whole black peppercorns

Servings: persons

4 pounds beef shanks
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
½ cups water
2 carrots cut into chunks
onions 2 med., quartered
2 stalks celery cut into pieces include leaves, if any
1 bay leaf
2 whole cloves garlic
2 whole cloves
6 whole black peppercorns

1
Follow directions for Beef Stock, but instead of using only beef or veal shanks, use any combination of the following: lamb necks, ham hocks, and veal, beef, pork or lamb shanks.
2
Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until meat falls from bones, about 2 1/2 hours. Let cool.
3
Pour stock through a wire strainer and discard meat, bones, vegetables, and seasonings. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days, lift off and discard fat before using or freezing. To freeze, transfer stock to freezer containers, leaving about an inch for expansion at top. Cover and freeze for up to 6 months. Makes about 12 cups.

1284

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds beef shanks, 1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves, ½ cups water, 2 carrots cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, Beef Stock falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beef Stock

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