Sandra Keros
Even allopathic doctors acknowledge the wonderful healing properties of a good bone broth, especially chicken (but also beef). Not only is it comforting when you are sick, when made properly at home it is an excellent source of calcium, magnesium and other vitamins and minerals necessary for bone health and good digestion.
Avoid commercial bouillon cubes, as they have partially hydrogenated oils, corn syrup, MSG (aka "spices"), flavorings and sometimes colorings. Organic boxed chicken broth There is nothing that substitutes the homemade variety. Here is all you need to do:
1) Fill a stock pot halfway full of water and add a whole chicken or chicken carcass.
2) Bring to a soft boil (not violent) and then immediately simmer. Add 1/4 apple cider or other vinegar.
3) Skim impurities. Let it barely simmer (little bubbles sporadically dancing on the water top) for 6-24 hours.
4) Enjoy. Remove chicken. Eat meat or use it for leftovers (pot pies, soups, salads, etc.).
Note: Once cool (overnight), store in plastic containers in the freezer up to six months.
Note: If you start your broth in the morning you have a wonderful result to come home to!
Note: The longer you let it simmer, the more calcium gets leached from the bones into the broth.
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