Joan Haig Holistic Services

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14/02/2013

"When we know love matters more than anything, and we know that nothing else REALLY matters, we move into the state of surrender. Surrender does not diminish our power, it enhances it." (Sara Paddison)
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!

13/02/2013

“Surrender is faith that the power of Love can accomplish anything even when you cannot foresee the outcome." (Deepak Chopra)

16/01/2013

Give your stress wings and let it fly away. (Terri Guillemets)

15/01/2013

Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time. ~J. Lubbock

13/01/2013

Prep and Cook Time: prep time: 20 minutes; cooking time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 medium cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 TBS fresh ginger, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, sliced thin
• 1 medium green bell pepper, cut in 1-inch squares
• 2 cups sweet potatoes, cut in 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups crimini mushrooms, sliced medium thick
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 TBS tomato paste
• 1 TBS + 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups cooked or 1 15 oz can (no BPA) kidney beans, drained
• salt & black pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Chop garlic and onions and let sit for at least 5 minutes to bring out their hidden health benefits.
2. Heat 1 TBS broth in a medium-large soup or braising pot. Healthy Sauté onion in broth over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add garlic, ginger, carrot, pepper, sweet potatoes, and mushrooms. Continue to sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Add spices and mix thoroughly. Mix tomato paste and broth together. Cover and simmer on low for about 30 minutes stirring occasionally. Add beans, salt, pepper, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes on medium heat uncovered, or until vegetables are tender.