Sweet Potato, Carrots
& Pumpkins These bright orange vegetables are all great sources of beta-carotene which really helps our skin glow. They're also high in vitamin C which will build immunity coming into the winter, preventing sickness. Try them roasted, boiled, mashed or in soups and stews.
Pears & Apples
Both fruits are high in fibre and contain cholesterol lowering compounds. Eat fresh or try them stewed with a little cinnamon for a simple and guilt-free dessert. The autumnal aroma of apple and cinnamon wafting through the house will warm the heart and feed the soul -- see the recipe, right:
SEASONAL RECIPES:
Honey & Cinnamon Stewed Apple
Ingredients
Six apples
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 large mug of boiling water
1 tbsp of honey or agave syrup
1 tsp vanilla essence -- optional
Method
>Peel, core and chop the apples into large chunks.
>Add the apples to a large pot and dust with the cinnamon.
>Pour over hot water to cover apples, add honey and vanilla, stir to combine.
>Pop the lid on and simmer for 20 minutes on a medium heat until apples are soft and cooked.
>Mash the cooked apples with a fork and voila!
Serving suggestion
Serve warm over natural yogurt.