Foods grown in the earth help ground emotions. . .
This soup is completely fat free, extremely low in calories, yet nourishing and satisfying!
Ingredients:
4 medium potatoes
2 large turnips
1 stalk of celery
2 tsp dill
2 tsp fennel seeds *ground*
1/2 tsp black pepper (more if desired)
2 cloves garlic
4 cups water
Optional: chopped rosemary and sage
The process:
-Wash and dice the potatoes, turnips, and celery
-Steam until tender
-Then place in a food processor or blender with 1 1/2 cups water, herb mixture, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
-Pour mixture in a large saucepan, cook on medium-low heat. Gradually add the remainder of water (use any water left over from steaming.
-Add garlic just before serving.
Serves 4
Nutritional Profile:
Potatoes don’t get enough credit; one medium potato contains more potassium than a banana, 7 grams of protein, and 7 grams of dietary fiber! That is in addition to high levels of antioxidants and an array of vitamins and minerals.
All the main ingredients in this recipe contain high amounts of the same nutrients; potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, calcium, choline, and folate. All of which are good for bone health, and protecting the nervous system. The nourishing effect on the nervous system is yet another reason this is a ‘comfort’ food.
Choline protects the liver from accumulating fat, therefore this fat-free soup is a perfect dinner to balance out a day of over indulgence!
