Bottom line, we’re on a rare family time together on the East coast; and I couldn’t experiment with the recipe for this calming soup to give you an accurate evaluation of ingredient balances.

I can say that my first creation of Kitchari was, indeed – gentle, filling, and calming.

Considered a ‘reset’ meal, Kitchari, a blend of basmati rice and yellow mung beans, – often used in Ayurveda for gentle, complete cleansing – and is often used at change of seasons or in times of stress.

It proved to be a wonderful first meal to offer my daughter and family after a red-eye flight across six time zones! With the addition of grilled marinated chicken, it gave a gastronomic hug to weary bellies and bodies.

Next week, I will prepare Kitchari again, possibly nudging the balance of rice and mung beans – based on my daughter’s experiences – and report back to you.

I will take pictures to share – which I forgot to do last week when I was in a rush!

Embracing cherished family times is feeding my soul right now; and you know, being kind to myself by not trying to meet a deadline for a full post is taking our message of balance to heart, right?

In health –

Deidre