Restore Your Balance
September
In late summer your body transitions from the hot summer days into the cooler time of year. The evening coolness reminds us that although we wish summer could last forever; all good things come to a close. It's the time of year to enjoy fresh morning walks in the cooler air and new projects to begin. This is the time of year characterized by increased dryness, both in nature and in your body. This dryness can also feel more anxious and restless. Apples, cinnamon, nuts are ideal foods to help you settle down and prepare your body for colder months ahead. This simple recipe will give your body nutrients it needs and will support you through the season change this September.
Apples with homemade almond butter
- 3 cups of almonds
- Transfer the almonds to a large food processor fitted with an "S" blade, and process them until creamy. You may want to stop and scrape down the sides every now and then, but this process will take up to 25 minutes. The almonds will first look like a flour with clumps, then will form a ball that moves around the food processor, then it will turn to a grainy almond butter before it becomes silky-smooth. So be patient!
Once totally smooth and creamy, transfer the almond butter to a glass jar and store it in the fridge. The almond butter with no additives usually lasts at least a month in the fridge, but be sure to check for signs of spoiling (such as mold, a bad smell or bitter taste) each time you use it.