Bone broth is a nutrient-rich and flavorful food that has been consumed for centuries. It is a great source of protein, collagen, gelatin, and minerals like calcium and magnesium. Bone broth has many health benefits such as improving gut health, boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation, promoting healthy skin and nails, and aiding in weight loss.
If you have made a batch of bone broth or have bought some from your local store, you may be wondering how to store it properly so that it lasts longer without losing its flavor or nutrients. The good news is that bone broth can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months without any issues.
Here are some simple steps on how to freeze and store bone broth:
1. Let it cool down: Once you have made your bone broth let it cool down completely before storing it in the fridge or freezer. This helps prevent bacterial growth.
2. Choose an appropriate container: For freezing bone broth use glass jars with wide mouths (leaving about an inch headspace) or plastic containers with tight-fitting lids as they allow room for expansion during freezing process.
3. Label your containers: Be sure to label each container with the date of preparation so that you know when it was made.
4. Freeze quickly: Put cooled-down soup into the jars/plastic containers immediately after cooling down at room temperature then transfer them into the freezer right away
5. Thawing out frozen bone broth: To thaw out frozen bone broth move jar/container from freezer compartment into refrigerator overnight until fully defrosted; this should take between 12-24 hours depending on size of container/jar used
6.Reheat gently: Reheat slowly over low heat if desired using stovetop method only because microwave might destroy its nutritional value by overheating
7.Store properly after opening : If there’s anything left over after thawing out , refrigerate leftovers promptly within two hours after removing from freezer compartment.
Bone broth is a versatile ingredient that can be used in many recipes such as soups, stews, gravies, and sauces. With proper storage techniques using the above steps your bone broth will last longer so you can enjoy its health benefits over time.
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