Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Mushroom Soup

Researches has found that mushrooms contain approximately 12 times more of the antioxidant L-Ergothioneine than wheat germ, previously thought to be the best source. Antioxidants slow the aging process from the inside out, which not only affects our appearance but more importantly decreases the risk of degenerative disease.
 
Rosemary herb parts, whether fresh or dried, are rich source of minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, manganese, copper, and magnesium. It is also an excellent source of B-vitamins, Vitamin C and Vitamin A.
 
Oregano improves digestion and is an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. This marvellous herb is also an excellent source of minerals like potassium, calcium, manganese, iron, and magnesium.
 
Serves 2-4
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon oregano, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon rosemary, roughly chopped
500g mixed button, Swiss or Portobello mushrooms, roughly chopped
2 cups water
1/2 cup raw cashew
Salt and Pepper to taste
 
Saute in oil over medium heat onion and garlic until soft.
Add mushrooms, oregano and rosemary. All the oil should absorb into the mushrooms. Season well with salt and pepper, turn the heat to low and continue cooking, stirring constantly for 5 minutes to allow all the juices from the mushrooms to come out.
Add the 2 cups of water, bring to the boil and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow to cool and rest.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before pouring into a high speed blender. Add the cashews and blend until smooth and creamy. To serve, return the soup to a saucepan and slowly bring back to boiling point.


Tuesday, July 1, 2014

What's in Season in July

Check out below what's fresh in NZ in July:
Apples
Avocado
Brussel Sprouts
Fennel
Grapefruit
Kiwi Fruits
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lemons
Mandarins
Navel Oranges
Parsnips
Pears
Pumpkins
Rhubarb
Swedes
Tamarillos
Turnips
Watercress
Wiltof
Yams