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The Best Pork Bone Broth Recipe

Don't go throwing out that old ham bone just yet! Use the ham bone to make a delicious broth to add to any soup this winter!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours 10 minutes
Total Time4 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dutch Oven Recipes
Servings: 1
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Laura Ascher

Ingredients

  • 1 ham bone think leftover bone from the ham
  • 1 teaspoon of sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon of dried onion flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  • Place the ham bone in the bottom of the dutch oven. 
  • Fill the pot with water, one inch over the top of the meat.
  • Add the spices.
  • Cover and bring to a boil on the stovetop.
  • Allow it to boil for ten minutes, then reduce the heat to a simmer for four hours.
  • Strain the bone and meat, then store the broth in an airtight container once cooled in the fridge.

Notes

  • Allow the broth to cool to room temperature before storing it in airtight containers.
  • Refrigerate the broth for up to 4 days or freeze it for longer-term storage.
  • Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to ensure a smooth and clean broth.