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Slow Cooker Bone Broth

This slow cooker bone broth is a deeply nourishing staple that rewards patience with incredible flavour. By gently simmering beef bones with root vegetables and aromatic herbs, you create a versatile, mineral-rich liquid that serves as the perfect base for soups, stews, or simply sipping as a warming drink. The addition of apple cider vinegar is essential, as it helps to extract the collagen and nutrients from the bones, resulting in a beautifully gelatinous and savoury finish.

A brilliant way to reduce food waste, this dairy-free recipe allows your slow cooker to do all the hard work over a couple of days. Whether you are looking for a gut-friendly addition to your diet or a high-quality homemade stock for your Sunday roast gravy, this restorative broth is a must-have for any kitchen.

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Ingredients for Slow Cooker Bone Broth

  • 10–5.4kg beef bones

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • 2 onions, peeled and quartered

  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut in half

  • 2 celery stalks, cut in half

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 2 tablespoons peppercorns

  • 4 stems parsley

  • 1 teaspoon salt

How to make Slow Cooker Bone Broth

  1. Place the beef bones in the slow cooker, and place the remaining ingredients on top.

  2. Add enough water to the slow cooker to cover everything.

  3. Cover, set the slow cooker to high, and cook for 24–72 hours.

  4. Strain the liquid, place in the refrigerator to cool, remove the solidified fat from the top, and use as desired.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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