Description
Beef neck bones are a flavorful, nutrient-packed cut of meat, ideal for creating savory dishes like soups, stews, and broths. Rich in collagen and essential minerals, these bones provide a hearty base for flavorful meals that are both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef neck bones
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse beef neck bones and trim excess fat.
- Season bones with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear neck bones until golden brown, then transfer to a slow cooker.
- Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery in the same skillet, then add to the slow cooker.
- Add broth, thyme, and bay leaf to the slow cooker, and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until meat is tender.
- Skim off excess fat before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the beef neck bones in garlic, spices, and acid (like vinegar or lemon juice) before cooking for a few hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per 100g
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Beef neck bones, savory beef, slow-cooked beef, hearty meals, protein-rich recipes, stew