Here is your shopping list: Bones. Onion skins (yes, the papery bits). Carrot peels. Celery ends. A glug of vinegar. That’s it.
The vinegar is the secret. It sounds gross. It’s a tiny splash. But it leaches the minerals out of the bones. Science! You’re not a cook. You’re a chemist in pajamas.
Don’t overthink the vegetables. If they look sad, they’re perfect. Wilted celery adds character. A shriveled garlic clove adds mystery.
The 24-Hour Marathon (Why So Long?)
Stock takes an hour. Broth takes forever. This is not a bug. It’s a feature. The longer it bubbles, the more collagen you extract.
Crockpot Bone Broth: How to Make Nourishing Broth at Home
Collagen makes your skin glow. It also turns the broth into jelly when it’s cold. Weird flex, but okay. You’ll brag about your jiggly broth to your friends. They will be impressed or mildly disturbed.
Set it to Low. Walk away. Go to work. The Crock Pot is your slow-burn romance novel. The ending is always delicious.
