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Stone fruits, also known as drupes, are characterized by a single, hard pit or stone surrounded by juicy flesh. Popular varieties, such as cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, mangoes, and dates, are not only delicious but also available during late summer. This recipe combines the sweetness and freshness of these fruits into a refreshing, easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for warm days.
Makes: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons ground chia seeds
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or thawed frozen diced mango
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 pitted soft dates, soaked for 10 minutes in hot water and then drained
- 3 ripe apricots, pitted and quartered
- 3 ripe plums, pitted and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups pitted cherries
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix the chia seeds and 1/4 cup of water. Set aside for 10 minutes to thicken.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the mango, lemon juice, dates, and chia mixture. Process until smooth. Divide the mixture equally among four dessert bowls. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours or overnight.
- In a large bowl, combine the apricots, plums, peaches, and cherries. Toss gently to combine.
- To serve, spoon the fruit evenly over the chilled mango mixture. Serve immediately.
Throat Saver Tea Blend
This soothing tea blend helps ease a sore throat. Sage is a herb known for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatic properties. It offers benefits for skin and hair, reduces stress and anxiety, and acts as a natural preservative due to its antimicrobial effects. Ginger root helps reduce inflammation and pain, especially related to arthritis and muscle soreness. It may also help lower blood pressure, boost metabolism, reduce appetite, and improve skin and scalp health.
Ingredients:
- 1 part thyme
- 1 part peppermint
- 1 part sage
- 1/8 part ground ginger root
- Honey (to taste)
Instructions:
- In an airtight tin or dark-colored jar, combine thyme, peppermint, sage, and ginger. Store in a cool, dark, dry place.
- To make tea: Crush a small amount of the blend into a fine powder. Measure 1 tsp (5 ml) per 1 cup (250 ml) of water. Place the herbs in a warmed ceramic teapot. Add 1 tsp (5 ml) “for the pot” and pour boiling water over the herbs. Cover the pot and put a cork in the spout. Steep for about 15 minutes, strain into cups, and add honey to taste.
Resources:
- The How Not To Diet Cookbook by Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM, page 193
- The Juicing Bible (Second Edition) by Pat Crocker, Healing Teas, page 287
