Creamy Cauliflower Turmeric Soup

• 1 cup butternut squash
• 1 medium head of cauliflower, chopped into small florets
• 1 medium yellow onion
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tsp turmeric
• 1½ tsp cumin
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 cups bone broth
• 1 can coconut milk, full fat
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• Fresh herbs, chopped
• Black pepper
• Olive oil drizzle

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the vegetables: Cut all the vegetables into uniformly sized pieces to ensure they roast evenly. Place them into a large mixing bowl.

3. Season: Combine the vegetables with olive oil, turmeric, cumin, dried rosemary, and salt. It is advisable to use tongs for mixing to prevent turmeric from staining your hands.

4. Roast: Spread the seasoned vegetables onto a baking sheet and roast for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, turning them halfway through.

5. Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven once the vegetables are tender and allow them to cool briefly.

6. Make the soup base: Transfer the roasted vegetables to a large soup pot. Pour in the bone broth and coconut milk.

7. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a light boil, then cover, reduce the heat, and simmer gently for around 25 minutes.

8. Blend: Turn off the heat. Carefully blend the soup (in small batches) until smooth but with a slight texture. An immersion blender may also be used.

9. Finish: Pour the puréed soup back into the pot. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

10. Serve: Garnish as desired, serve immediately, and enjoy!

Nutrition Benefits of key ingredients

Turmeric

Turmeric is a vibrant yellow spice that offers different nutritional benefits, primarily due to its active compound, curcumin.

• Curcumin is an anti-inflammatory compound.

• Combine it with black pepper: Black pepper contains a substance called piperine, which has been shown to increase curcumin absorption.

• Consume with fat: Curcumin is fat-soluble, so dissolving it in a healthy fat (such as olive oil, coconut oil, or milk) can also enhance its absorption.

Attention: In individuals sensitive to spices, turmeric may cause discomfort as it is a strong spice.

Butternut Squash

Butternut squash is a highly nutritious and versatile winter squash, offering a wealth of vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Its brilliant orange colour is a key indicator of its top health benefits.

• Boosts vision and immunity: Butternut squash is incredibly rich in beta-carotene, an antioxidant that your body converts into Vitamin A.

• Vision: Vitamin A supports healthy vision.

• Immune function: Vitamins A and C work together to help support the immune system. These vitamins act as antioxidants, which can help combat oxidative stress and inflammation.

• Antioxidants: The antioxidants may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.

• Skin health: Vitamin C is essential for producing collagen.