Source: diabete.net

Presentation

First course consisting of a soup prepared with spelt, extra virgin olive oil, beans, carrots, potato, onion, carrots, celery, peeled tomatoes, ham, salt, pepper and chilli pepper

Ingredients

for 6 people:

Spelt:  500 g (17.6 oz / ≈ 3 cups)

Extra-virgin olive oil:  200 ml (≈ 7 fl oz / 13½ tablespoons)

Dark beans:  500 g (17.6 oz / ≈ 2½ cups cooked)

Carrots:  2 medium (≈ 120 g / 4.2 oz)

Large potato:–1 large (≈ 150 g / 5.3 oz)

Celery stalks:  2 (≈ 120 g / 4.2 oz)

Large onions: 2 (≈ 300 g / 10.6 oz)

Peeled tomatoes:  500 g (17.6 oz / ≈ 2 cups chopped)

Ham:  200 g (7 oz / ≈ 1 cup diced)

Salt:  to taste (≈ ½ teaspoon)

Black pepper – to taste (≈ ¼ teaspoon)

Chili pepper:  to taste (≈ ¼ teaspoon crushed or 1 small chili)

Method

Cook the beans with the diced ham in 3 litres of water.

Separately, chop the onions and brown them in oil, add the peeled tomatoes and all the vegetables cut into small pieces; boil for about 15 minutes adding a part of the broth from the beans.

Add everything to the beans, 2/3 of which have been passed through a vegetable mill and cook for another 45 minutes;

Add salt, pepper and chilli pepper and then the spelt and continue cooking for about 30 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently.

Serve hot.

Allergens

Carrot: possible individual intolerance and cross-reactivity in case of allergy to pollen of Artemisia, 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 allergy to parietaria

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

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

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

Pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Chili pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

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

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Carrots: rich in vitamins (B1, B2, C, PP, E, D), carotenoids, minerals and active ingredients that support the functionality of the immune system and ophthalmic, diuretic and healing functions and act to protect the cardiovascular system. Also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the contribution of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Onion: it is rich in selenium which supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; it provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also indicated for nephropathic patients, it is a good diuretic that prevents kidney stones. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Beans: A source of zinc and factors favourable to the proper functioning of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants, it acts to protect the cardiovascular system. Also suitable for nephropathics. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants, Especially if consumed with the peel they provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Spelt: due to the presence of fiber, it is particularly suitable in case of constipation;

It helps regulate blood glucose levels and results in better insulin sensitivity. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract the depressed. It stimulates the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

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

Potatoes: rich in carotenoids and vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune and cardiovascular systems. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Pepper: contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Chili pepper: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol indexes and hinders its formation on the arteries. It contains vitamins A, D and E and is very effective in activating the venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

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 suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Sweet raw ham deprived of visible fat, provides selenium that supports the immune system.

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in the case of nephropathy.

Celery: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Suitable for those with cholesterol problems, as it promotes its disposal. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia -Weight Loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis  (Inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)

Avoid administration in case of:

• Constipation
• Diarrhea if the peel is present
• Dysphagia (Chewing – swallowing problems) if not creamy in consistency