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How Long to Cook Bone Broth (Beef or Chicken / Stovetop Simmered) in the boiling

Specification: 4 lb roasted marrow bones and knuckles covered with 6 quarts water and vinegar

Target Temp
Heat Waves
185°F (85°C)
Stovetop Boil
Total Time
Clock Time
12–16 hrs
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
195°F (91°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat boiling to 185°F (85°C). Prepare bone broth (beef or chicken / stovetop simmered) (4 lb roasted marrow bones and knuckles covered with 6 quarts water and vinegar).

2
Cook

Cook for 12–16 hrs. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

3
Check & Rest

Collagen fully leaches from bones and cooled stock sets into a firm gelatin jelly Confirm internal temperature reaches 195°F (91°C). Rest for 30 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA Meat and Poultry Broth Standards & Culinary Institute of America Stock Guide

Pro Tip: Keep the pot at a sub-simmer (185°F); boiling violently causes fat and particulates to emulsify into the liquid, leaving the finished broth murky.

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