Ham Stock

Transform your leftovers into liquid gold with this rich and flavorful Ham Stock recipe. Crafted from a meaty ham bone, aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, and a blend of fresh herbs and spices, this homemade stock is the ultimate base for hearty soups, stews, or potluck-worthy casseroles. Simmered low and slow for three hours, the stock extracts every ounce of flavor, delivering a robust depth that's impossible to replicate with store-bought alternatives. Perfect for meal prep, it's freezer-friendly and can be stored for months, ensuring you have a versatile, savory foundation at your fingertips whenever inspiration strikes. Say goodbye to food waste and hello to restaurant-quality flavor with this easy-to-follow recipe for homemade ham stock!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 large Ham bone (with some meat attached)
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 Celery stalks
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 Bay leaf
• 2 Fresh thyme sprigs (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 5 Parsley stems
• 10 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Place the ham bone in a large stockpot.

Step 2

Peel the onion and cut it into quarters. Add to the pot.

Step 3

Wash the carrots and celery. Roughly chop them into large pieces and add them to the pot.

Step 4

Peel and lightly smash the garlic cloves. Add them to the pot.

Step 5

Add the bay leaf, thyme, peppercorns, and parsley stems to the pot.

Step 6

Pour in 10 cups of cold water, or enough to fully cover the ham bone and vegetables.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for approximately 3 hours. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface during cooking.

Step 9

After 3 hours, carefully remove the ham bone and large vegetable pieces using tongs or a slotted spoon. Let them cool slightly before discarding or saving any leftover ham meat for another dish.

Step 10

Strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or container to remove any remaining solids.

Step 11

Allow the stock to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Once chilled, skim off any fat that solidifies on the surface if desired.

Step 12

Use the ham stock immediately, or store it in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3276.5 grams (3276.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	826

Total Fat 26.20g	34%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 227mg	76%
Sodium 4344mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 37.60g	14%
Dietary Fiber 9.70g	35%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 101.30g	203%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392mg	30%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 2353mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.8%

Protein: 51.2%

Carbs: 19.0%