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Oils, broth, rice and pantry
Beef broth: what it is, how to pick and store it
The liquid from simmering beef and bones: deeper and darker than chicken broth, for stews, French onion soup and gravy.
How to pick it
Low-sodium cartons, or bouillon or base mixed with water, all work; taste before you add salt.
How to store it
Unopened cartons and cans keep in the cupboard. Once opened, refrigerate it and use it within a few days, or freeze it in measured portions.
- Bring broth, soups and gravy you're reheating to a rolling boil. (USDA FSIS, Leftovers)
Out of beef broth? What to use instead
- Vegetable broth: The same amount. Lighter and slightly sweeter.
- Chicken broth: The same amount. Richer and more savory; not vegetarian.
- Bouillon cube, powder or paste + water: Follow the label for the amount of liquid. Close in flavor; a little saltier.
- Water + extra seasoning: The same amount, with ½ tsp salt per cup and extra garlic, onion or herbs. Flatter and lighter, but fine where other ingredients bring plenty of flavor.
Beef broth: cups to grams
| Measure | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 240 g |
| ½ cup | 120 g |
| ⅓ cup | 80 g |
| ¼ cup | 60 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 5 g |
Weights from USDA FoodData Central. Beef broth on the cups-to-grams chart
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Beef and Broccoli
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Pot Roast
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Pick and store tips are in our own words. Storage times and safe temperatures are only shown where a U.S. government source gives them, named on each line; for anything not listed here, see USDA's FoodKeeper app.