12.01.2013

Meat broth


  • 2 1/2 pounds beef brisket or chuck, cut into 4 pieces
  • 1 pound meaty beef shanks
  • 1 large chicken leg and thigh
  • 3 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese rinds 
  • 1 large white onion, peeled and quartered
  • 1 carrot, cut into 3 pieces
  • 1 celery stalk, cut into 3 pieces
  • Fine sea salt    
  • 4  quarts cold water
In a large stockpot, combine beef, beef shanks, chicken, cheese rinds, onion, carrot, celery and 1 tablespoon salt. Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat, skimming foam and fat from surface. Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook, skimming occasionally, for 3 hours. 

Pour broth through a large fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, pressing hard on and then discarding solids. Skim off and discard fat, as desired. Season broth with salt to taste. 

Note: Broth can be made ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then chilled, covered, 1 week, or frozen in an airtight container up to 2 months.