Apple Beef Soup
BENEFITS:
This hearty soup supports the lungs, stomach, spleen, and pancreas. When made with oil, it also benefits the heart. Beef is particularly nourishing for the stomach, spleen, and pancreas, making it a great choice for those who are not vegetarian.
Serves 4-6
Ingredients
- 2 apples (1 green, 1 red)
- ½ to 1 pound of beef (preferably stew cuts or beef bones for broth)
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp turmeric root (fresh or powdered)
- ½ gallon water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 potato (with skin on), chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if eating during the day) or avocado oil (if eating at night)
Preparation
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Core and chop the apples.
- Cut the beef into cubes or use beef bones for a richer broth.
- Chop the carrots, onion, potato, and ginger.
- Prepare the Ingredients:
Cooking
- Cook the Soup:
- In a large pot, combine all the ingredients.
- Add the water and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour. Avoid opening the lid to ensure the food steams and cooks thoroughly
- Cook the Soup:
This nourishing soup is perfect for the autumn season, offering warmth and essential nutrients. Enjoy it as a comforting meal that supports overall health!
The Five Element Meal in Early Fall Energy
September is a transition time from summer’s high yang energy to grounding Earth Energy and into Fall’s Metal Energy.
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During this transition period, you combine some earth energy foods with some metal energy food.
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