Spicy Apple and parsnip soup

Sue Bedford Nutrition (MSc Nutritional Therapy)

Why not combine some apple with the sweet taste of parsnip to make a lovely warming Spicy Apple and Parsnip Soup.

Apples are great nutritionally as they provide lots of vitamin C to zap those free radicals. They contain high levels of Quercetin which acts an anti-inflammatory and are great for those watching their waistline too as they help to balance blood sugar levels. Parsnips also pack a vitamin C punch and contain a good amount of folate. All the more reason to make a batch or two as this powerful combination of nutrients certainly gives a boost to health!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 fresh chilli chopped (adjust the amount to suit)
• 1 onion peeled and chopped
• 2 large parsnips, peeled and chopped
• 2 large apples, peeled and chopped
• 500ml vegetable stock
• 500ml milk of your choice
• Some chopped fresh oregano
• Seasoning to taste

To Make

• Heat the oil in a large saucepan
• Cook the onion for 5 minutes until soft
• Add the parsnip, apple and chilli
• Add the stock and oregano
• Bring to the boil and simmer for 30 minutes
• Add the milk
• Blend and return to the saucepan to reheat
• Season and enjoy!