Vegetable Beef Soup

Directions

Make Bone Broth

1. Use 1 pkg Blackberry Ridge Farms soup bones. Place soup bones in crockpot and fill with water.

2. To add flavor, mix in vegetables and herbs if desired (carrots, onion, celery, rosemary, and thyme add rich flavor to bone broth).

3. Add about 2 Tbsp salt and 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar.

4. Cook covered on low for 18-24 hours. Strain the broth into a container and keep the meat.

5. You can make the broth ahead of time and save in the fridge for about a week.

For the Soup

1.  Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add carrots, onion, celery and cook, covered, for 7-10 min, stirring occasionally.

2. Add strained broth, stewed tomatoes, and meat. Bring to a boil and add potatoes and/or barley, if desired.

3. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for about 30 minutes. Taste test and add salt and pepper to taste.

4. Enjoy with a simple salad and good bread.