Beef Bones 101: What to Buy and What to Cook - Offcuts Kitchen

Look for Metatarsal or Metacarpal bones (just above the hooves). These are straighter, more uniform in thickness, and yield better flat blanks for carving than curved thigh bones . 2. Where to Buy

Ask for 2 inch cross-cut marrow bones for roasting, split canoe bones if you want easy marrow access, one or two knuckles for gel, Offcuts Kitchen Where can I go to buy beef bones to make my own bone broth?

Choose Knuckle bones or feet , which are loaded with joints and connective tissue .

Use Neck bones , Shank bones , or Oxtail (premium). These provide meat scraps and fat that deepen the savory taste .

Choose Femur bones (often called pipe-cuts or marrow bones). Look for "canoe-cut" (split lengthwise) for easy access to the marrow .

The "best" bone depends on what you are making. A mix is often recommended for the richest results .