Bone broth is just like the supermarket stuff right? WRONG!
Bone broth is nutrient dense! Here is how Jennifer Gruther from Nourished Kitchen describes the nutrient density of bone broth
” Bone broths are extraordinarily rich in nutrients – particularly minerals and amino acids. Bone broths are a good source of amino acids – particularly arginine, glycine and proline. Glycine supports the bodies detoxification process and is used in the synthesis of hemoglobin, bile salts and other naturally-occurring chemicals within the body. Glycine also supports digestion and the secretion of gastric acids. Proline, especially when paired with vitamin C, supports good skin health. Bone broths are also rich in gelatin which improves collagen status, thus supporting skin health. Gelatin also support digestive health which is why it plays a critical role in the GAPS diet. And, lastly, if you’ve ever wondering why chicken soup is good for a cold, there’s science behind that, too. Chicken stock inhibits neutrophil migration; that is, it helps mitigate the side effects of colds, flus and upper respiratory infections. Pretty cool, huh?”
I usually piggy back this recipe with Chinese Poached Chicken.
After pulling the meat off the poached chicken, I then put the bones back into the water. I bring the water back up to a boil, and then turn it down to a simmer and cover. I let it simmer for 3 days to create a bone broth from chicken. Any recipe that calls for chicken broth or water I use this instead!