Beef broth
Savory liquid simmered from beef bones and aromatics — deeper and darker than chicken stock. The backbone of French onion soup, pot roast gravies, and hearty stews.
Used for
- stews
- gravies
- French onion soup
- braising
In the kitchen
- simmer
- reduce
- deglaze with
Picking it at the store
- Low-sodium versions let you control salt as the liquid reduces and concentrates
- Bouillon cubes or paste dissolved in hot water work in a pinch if you're out of the carton
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