How to Make Scotch Broth I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Scotch broth is a traditional Scottish soup that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a chilly day. It is a comforting and nourishing dish, made with a variety of meat, vegetables, and barley. The rich, savory broth is simmered to perfection, allowing the flavors of the ingredients to meld together beautifully. Whether you are looking for a delicious soup to warm you up on a cold winter evening or a satisfying meal to serve to family and friends, Scotch broth is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds meaty beef soup bones
  • 2 quarts water
  • 6 whole black peppercorns
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup turnips, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ¼ cup pearl barley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a large kettle, combine soup bones, water, and peppercorns. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until the meat comes easily off the bones.
  • Remove bones. Strain broth; chill.
  • Skim off fat. Remove meat from bones; dice and return to broth along with carrots, turnips, celery, onion, and barley. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 1 hour or until vegetables and barley are tender.
  • Nutrition

    41 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 42mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 165mg