Simple Beef Stock A La Julia Child Recipe

Name: Simple Beef Stock A La Julia Child
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs beef bones, meaty; 3 carrots, scraped, broken in several pieces; 2 medium onions, peeled, quartered; 3 stalks celery, broken in several pieces; 2 leeks, cleaned and cut into chunks; 1 sprig thyme; 2 fresh bay leaves; 2 garlic cloves, unpeeled (More if you like); 2 whole cloves; 6 -8 peppercorns

Servings: persons

1
Place the beef bones in a large heavy pot and cover with cold water by about two inches.
2
Bring to a simmer over medium heat and skim the sum which rises to the top--this should take about five minutes.
3
Add the remaining ingredients and more cold water so that everything is covered by at least an inch or two.
4
Bring the stock to a simmer again, skimming as necessary.
5
When the stock is simmering (Do NOT allow it to boil), partially cover and maintain at a very slow simmer for four to five hours.
6
If the water level gets too low, add boiling water to the pot.
7
Skim as necessary.
8
When the vegetables and the bones have given their all to the broth, strain the broth and discard the solids.
9
Set the stock, uncovered in the refrigerator until the fat has risen to the top and solidified.
10
Remove and discard the fat.
11
Taste the degreased stock (remembering it contains no salt) and if it is not strong enough, reduce it over medium heat.
12
When the stock is cold, store in the refrigerator for up to three days or in the freezer.

369

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 3 -4 lbs beef bones, meaty, 3 carrots, scraped, broken in several pieces, 2 medium onions, peeled, quartered, 3 stalks celery, broken in several pieces, and more.

Yes, Simple Beef Stock A La Julia Child 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.

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Simple Beef Stock A La Julia Child

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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