By Schuyler Corrigan

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February 2, 2024

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Bone broths and Bieler (vegetarian) broths have found their way onto mainstream grocery store shelves and top wellness and dietary trends lists. Although these broths have been used for generations in dozens of cultures, bone and Bieler broth popularity is perhaps one of the most foundational and simple nutritional remedies that we can easily incorporate into our own kitchens and weekly batch-prep routines. Here are a few of the benefits of consuming bone broth and Bieler broth regularly:

 

• Rich in nutrients and easy to digest, bone and Bieler broths support overall immune function and can gradually support recovery during and after illness. 
• Bieler broth can help to alkalize the body and can be used during a gentle detoxification process to support liver and gallbladder health. 
• Unlike a juice fast or cleanse, Bieler broth contains essential fiber along with nutrients to encourage healthy bowel function. 
• Bone broth is moderately gelatinous and easily digestible making it a therapeutic and nourishing input for those with impaired digestion and absorption while enhancing overall gastrointestinal function.  
• Bone broth contains collagen, a protein that supports healthy joint function and skin health. 

 

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Bone Broth Recipe:

Bone broth is a very forgiving and flexible recipe, and you can use many different ingredients based on what you have on hand. The foundational input here is of course bones, and the other ingredients can be optional: 

• The bones of 1 chicken carcass (saved from a roast chicken) including legs, wings, and neck OR beef bones 
• Optional: shiitake mushrooms, 3-4 garlic cloves, bay leaf, rosemary sprig, 1-2 full celery stalks
• Add to a large pot or dutch oven and cover generously with filtered water 
• Add a pinch of sea salt to season
• Add 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (this acidity helps to break down the collagen in the bones)
• Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer. Cover, and let simmer for 10 hours. 
• The liquid will reduce significantly as the flavor enhances and the collagen is extracted. 
• Strain the liquid and store it in airtight, glass containers in the refrigerator or freezer. 

 

Bieler Broth Recipe

1 large zucchini, chopped

2 cups green beans (fresh or frozen)

3-4 celery stalks, chopped

1 cup chopped parsley

Pinch of sea salt

Squeeze of lemon juice

1 tablespoon ghee (can omit if prefer vegan option and add miso or seaweed towards the end)

 

Place the zucchini, green beans, celery, and ghee in a partially covered saucepan and cover with about 4-5 cups of filtered water. Let simmer together until the vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes. Add in the parsley, and use an immersion blender to blend the soup into a pure, or add the ingredients to a blender and blend until just smooth. Add in the lemon, and blend once more about 10 seconds. Enjoy immediately, or store in the refrigerator in a glass container.