How to make Homemade Ham Stock

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Have a leftover ham bone? Learn how to easily make ham stock. Ham bone broth is delicious, has rich flavor and is the perfect base for soup or gumbo!

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INGREDIENTS

– 1 smoked ham bone or leftover ham    shank – ½ garlic bulb – 2 small carrots – 2 celery stalks – ½ white or yellow onion – 1 tablespoons whole black peppercorns – 2 bay leaves – 8-10 cups water

Place ingredients into a large stockpot. Fill large stock pot with 8-10 cups of cold water

PREP INGREDIENTS

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Set your stovetop burner to a low heat and bring the liquid to a low simmer. Allow to simmer for about 4 hours, partially covered

COOK

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Pour through a fine-mesh sieve. Allow stock to cool completely before storing.

STRAIN

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