Everything Lora: Novembers Gathering

This months gathering was about embracing the transition into winter. We talked about the magic of root veggies and delicious, warming foods. As a group we shared our deep cravings, and came up with a recipe for the winter soul.

Over stimulating conversation we enjoyed a rich beat soup, fresh carrot, apple and beet juice, organic bread with goats cheese, tea and a super moist, vegan chocolate cake eaten as large snow flakes were seen through the windows and Yo Yo Ma played on the stereo- Magic!

I did tell the group that I would share my recipe for the soup...

BEET SOUP:

Tbs oil ( coconut or butter)

2 onions, sliced thinly

1 very large carrot, shredded

2 stalks of celery

5 or 6 med. sized beets, julienne

Splash of apple cider

Juice of half a small lemon

8 cups veggie broth

A cup or so of water

Sea salt and fresh pepper to taste

Heat oil in a soup pot, add onions and begin to caramelize, or brown for 5 minutes. Add carrot, celery and beets, stirring for 5 mins or so until pot has become dry. Add apple cider and lemon, stirring. Add broth and water (if necessary to increase liquids) bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer for half an hour. Season to taste and enjoy!

This soup is very cleaning and may tint your pee if you eat a lot!

~ enjoy