Roast Beef Stock

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
79%
Roast Beef Stock
45 min.
4
865kcal

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Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of homemade Roast Beef Stock, a culinary staple that elevates any dish it graces. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only very healthy but also a fantastic way to utilize marrow bones, which are packed with nutrients and flavor. With a health score of 79, this stock is a wholesome addition to your kitchen repertoire.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four and is perfect for a variety of meals, whether you're preparing an antipasti platter, a starter, or a comforting snack. The process begins with roasting veal or beef marrow bones until they achieve a beautiful golden brown, releasing their deep, meaty essence. The addition of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and garlic enhances the stock's flavor profile, creating a robust base that can be used in soups, stews, or sauces.

As the stock simmers for four hours, the kitchen fills with an irresistible aroma that promises warmth and comfort. This is not just a recipe; it's an invitation to create something truly special. Plus, you can make it ahead of time, allowing you to chill or freeze it for future culinary adventures. Embrace the art of stock-making and discover how this simple yet profound recipe can transform your cooking!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • pounds beef marrow bones 
  • 0.3 teaspoons peppercorns black
  •  carrots peeled
  •  celery stalks 
  • 0.5 bunch flat-leaf parsley stems 
  • head garlic halved
  •  onions peeled halved
  •  thyme sprigs 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pot
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Roast 5 pounds veal or beef marrow bones (have your butcher saw them into pieces) in a roasting pan, turning occasionally, until browned, 25–30 minutes.
  2. Cut 4 peeled carrots and 4 celery stalks into 3" pieces; add to pan along with 2 halved peeled onions and 1 halved head of garlic. Roast, turning occasionally, until vegetables are brown, 25–30 minutes.
  3. Transfer to a large stockpot; add cold water to cover.
  4. Pour off fat from pan, add 1/2 cup water, and stir, scraping up browned bits; add liquid to pot along with 1/2 bunch flat-leaf parsley stems, 4 thyme sprigs, 2 bay leaves, and 1/4 teaspoons black peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 4 hours, occasionally skimming foam and fat from surface and adding water as needed. Strain.
  5. DO AHEAD: Stock can be made 2 days ahead.
  6. Let cool; cover and chill, or freeze up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories865kcal
Protein4.04%
Fat89.38%
Carbs6.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.21
Glycemic Load
3.89
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.571304279825%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
15.5mg
Luteolin
0.65mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.64mg
Myricetin
1.21mg
Quercetin
11.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:864.6kcal
43.23%
Fat:86.47g
133.03%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.43%
Carbohydrates:14.33g
4.78%
Net Carbohydrates:11.01g
4%
Sugar:5.41g
6.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:52.83mg
2.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.78g
17.57%
Vitamin A:11107.61IU
222.15%
Vitamin K:126.86µg
120.82%
Iron:5.68mg
31.57%
Vitamin C:21.08mg
25.55%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.35%
Phosphorus:163.86mg
16.39%
Fiber:3.31g
13.25%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.58%
Potassium:363.45mg
10.38%
Folate:35.11µg
8.78%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.54%
Calcium:62.57mg
6.26%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.23%
Magnesium:20.7mg
5.18%
Copper:0.09mg
4.56%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.27%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.24%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.22%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.84%
Selenium:1.37µg
1.95%
Source:Epicurious