Caldo de Costilla (Colombian Beef Ribs Broth)

Ingredients

• 2 large carrots peeled sliced
• 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
• 5  garlic cloves 
• 0.3 teaspoon ground achiote 
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 
• 1 cup onion diced
• 1 pound potatoes peeled cut into chunks
• 6 servings salt and pepper to taste
• 6  scallions chopped
• 3 pounds short 
• 15 cups water 

Equipment

• pot
• blender

Directions

1. Place the ribs in a large pot with the cumin, achiote salt, pepper, and the water.Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about one hour.
2. Place the garlic, onions and scallions in a blender with 1/4 cup of water and blend for about 1 minute.
3. Add this mixture to the pot and cook for 40 minutes more.
4. Add half of the cilantro, potatoes and carrots. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 25 to 30 minutes more or until the potatoes are tender.
5. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve warm.