Source: nephrodiet francapasticci.it

Presentation

First course consisting of a soup prepared with beans, spelt, carrot, potato, celery, onion, tomato, extra virgin olive oil, bacon and salt.

Ingredients

for 4 people:

100 g (3.5 oz) dried borlotti beans

100 g (3.5 oz) spelt, cracked or coarsely ground

100 g (3.5 oz) carrot

150 g (5.3 oz) potato

100 g (3.5 oz) celery stalk

150 g (5.3 oz) onion

100 g (3.5 oz) peeled tomatoes

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

50 g (1.8 oz) pancetta

Salt, to taste

Method

Soak the beans in plenty of water

Keep them for us for a night.

The following day cook them in plenty of water and changing the water halfway through cooking.

Meanwhile, prepare the soup base: sauté the chopped onion in a little oil.

Add the other vegetables in small pieces and let them wilt in a covered pot together with the bacon, in one piece.

Add about 1.5 litres of water and bring to the boil

Add the boiled beans and let them flavor for another about ½ hour before adding the spelt. It will take about 20 minutes to finish cooking.

Add extra virgin oil and pepper, if you like.

Allergeni

Carrot: Possible individual intolerance and cross-reactivity in case of allergy to Artemisia pollen, Graminaceae, Composite, Birch

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Beans: Possible cross-reaction in case of pellitory allergy

Spelt: cereals containing gluten covered by Community Regulation 1169/2011

Extra virgin olive oil: allergy unusual; intolerance not described

Potatoes: possible individual intolerance; possible reactivity in case of allergy to Grasses, Birch, Parietaria

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction if susceptible to grasses

Celery: included among the allergens in Community Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

• To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients in the dish provide the following benefits:

Carrots: rich in vitamins (B1, B2, C, PP, E, D), carotenoids, minerals and active ingredients that support the function of the immune system and ophthalmic, diuretic and healing functions and act to protect the cardiovascular system. Also indicated for nephropathics and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Onion: rich in selenium that supports the immune system and has the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal levels; a carrier of quercitin, a flavonoid that helps contain blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting cleansing of the body. Also indicated for nephropaths.

Beans: a source of zinc and factors favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants, it acts to protect the cardiovascular system. Also indicated for nephropaths. Useful for liver function by providing vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Spelt: Due to the presence of fiber, it is particularly suitable for constipation; it helps regulate blood glucose levels and leads to improved insulin sensitivity.

Extra virgin olive oil: a source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Potatoes: rich in carotenoids and vitamin C, an antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune and cardiovascular systems. Useful for liver function by providing vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants.

Pecorino cheese: useful for liver function if cured

Tomato: Rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins, and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also indicated for nephropaths. Useful for liver function for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Celery: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system and are useful for the functioning of the liver by providing vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Indicated for those who have cholesterol problems, as it promotes their disposal.

Security / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis – Inflammation and injury of the oral cavity
• Dysphagia (Problems with chewing – swallowing) if creamy in consistency

Avoid administration in case of Constipation and Diarrhoea if the peel is present