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- 1 ½ cups of dried green lentils
- 2 in handfuls of swiss chard cut in ribbons
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 apple
- 4 cups of vegetable stock
- 2 cups of water
- 1 can of coconut milk full fat
- 1 tsp of turmeric
- ½ tsp of cardamom
- ½ tsp of allspice
- ½ tsp of cinnamon
- salt to taste
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- Add lentils, vegetable stock, water, and spices to large pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Meanwhile saute onions and garlic with a little olive oil in a frying pan.
- Add onion, garlic, and apple to the lentils
- Cook until lentils are tender and then add coconut milk and swiss chard and mix.
Lentils are packed with fiber and protein. Not to mention they are a great source of iron and B vitamins. They help to reduce the risk of heart disease, lower cholesterol, and stabilize blood sugar. In Chinese medicine they also help to strengthen the adrenals and increase vitality.
Coconut milk is not only a delicious and creamy ingredient for recipes, but also contains lauric acid which is an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral agent. It promotes heart health, aids in weight loss, and boost the immune system.
Garlic is probably one of the best foods to eat to prevent you from getting sick as well as to treat yourself if you happen to be fighting something. In fact, one of the best (but hardest) home remedies for colds is to eat raw garlic. One of the benefits of using garlic in recipes is that you’re getting the healing properties without the pain of trying to stomach it on its own. Garlic is packed with antibacterial and antiviral properties. It kills bacteria, viruses, yeast, fungi, and even worms. Bacteria doesn't stand a chance against raw garlic.
Cinnamon is a powerful antioxidant that is well known for its medicinal properties. Cinnamaldehyde, a naturally occurring compound found in cinnamon, is what gives cinnamon its smell and flavor. Additionally, cinnamaldehyde is what makes this spice antifungal and antibacterial. Cinnamon is anti-inflammatory, regulates blood sugar and helps combat cancer.
Turmeric is a spice most well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Due to the healing benefits of curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, the medicinal effects have been compared to over the counter drugs such as ibuprofen. The bonus is that turmeric is a natural alternative to taking NSAIDS, so naturally, cooking with it can help ease chronic conditions over time.