This is a wonderful time of year to explore the pantry for ingredients for a soup or stew. This also calls for a good exploratory dig into the freezer for proteins, bones, broths, etc that might be waiting for just this opportune moment. Our ancestors would have gathered potatoes and any remaining root veggies, and jars of preserved ingredients from the root cellar. They would also have preserved meat from earlier hunts using salt, drying, or smoking techniques. Or if there was fresh meat from a recent hunt, that might also be used. Refrigeration and produce aisles in grocery stores have made our lives much easier. Imagine trying to gather enough food for winter months and then preserving your efforts so they wouldn't spoil before you had a chance to enjoy them.
A good soup or stew has the ability to change the whole atmosphere of a home. The intoxicating aroma of veggies, broth and meats slowly cooking together in a pot of complementary flavors will have the house smelling so good, you may have to drive the curious away from the kitchen. Any delicious soup or stew relies on a foundation. That foundation is the broth or stock that forms the liquid. Stews tend to be more meaty and thick, while soups are less so. You might use a thicker broth or gelatin for a stew along with more meat. Depending on the type of soup or stew, some folks like to combine tomato juice with a good bone broth. This adds some additional depth to the flavors and enhances the mix with some additional heart healthy properties. We have assembled some amazing recipes on our Discover Wellness Blog. Browse through these tried and true favorites for one that will offer healing nutrition and a taste treat fit for a king. Fortunately, we have all of our Homemade Soups and Stews Category on Sale this week. It's everything you'll need for creating a simply delicious homemade stock, broth, and proteins. As always, all-natural, organically raised veggies and grass-fed, grass-finished meats are your best bet for a clean, nutrient dense meal.
Well Wishes, Team USWM
