From yahoo, a mushroom recipe for better health and longevity:
Immune Boost Borscht with Porcini Mushrooms
Here is a recipe from one of my patient's mother, a woman who recently passed away at age 100. She came from Poland and traditionally celebrated Christmas dinner with a clear broth borscht soup. I have modified the recipe slightly by including the whole mushroom instead of just the broth because porcini mushrooms are such a wonderful healing food, both tasty and good for your immune system.
Also, beets, the colorful vegetable that Russian centenarians have in common, contain powerful antioxidants and nutrients that help protect against heart disease, birth defects and cancer, especially colon cancer. And don't forget about the greens that are attached to the root! Beet greens are delicious and also rich in vitamins and minerals.
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized bunches of beets with leaves
- 2 medium onions
- 3 medium carrots
- 3 stalks celery
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves
- 8 ounces dried porcini mushrooms
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp powdered chicken bouillon
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions:
1. Peel beets and push through a juicer along with the leaves, onions, carrots, celery and garlic; reserve. Remove pulp from juicer, transfer to a skillet and fill with enough water to cover; simmer 20 minutes. Strain liquid into a bowl and discard pulp. Combine with reserved juice. Set aside.
2. Place mushrooms in a skillet and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms to a cutting board, let cool and finely chop; return to skillet. Add liquid beet mixture, tomato sauce and bouillon to skillet; bring to a boil, then simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve.
I hope you make room for mushrooms and enjoy the longevity benefits! I invite you to visit often and share your own personal health and longevity tips with me.
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- Dr. Mao
Mushrooms: The Ultimate Longevity Food
Edited by Ombient (01/18/08 02:11 AM)
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