4 Benefits of Cayenne Lemon Water in the Morning

::: Sassy Appétit Wellness :::

Have you drank any water today? I like to kickstart my fall/winter days with hot lemon water with cayenne in the morning. Anytime is a good time, though. This kicked up combo is my alternative to tea when I’m out and about and need something to warm me up (can be used without the cayenne), and is a digestive stimulant after a hearty meal.
 

A video posted by Talia Witherspoon (@thesassynation) on Nov 25, 2014 at 11:19am PST

Other awesome benefits of hot lemon water & cayenne:

1) Hydrates and clears skin

2) Cleanses your lymphatic system and is a diuretic.

3) Boosts your immune system from the vitamin c and antibacterial qualities

4) Balances pH levels

Cheers

Souper Saturday: Spicy Vegetarian Sausage Potato & Kale Soup

A video posted by Talia Witherspoon (@thesassynation) on Nov 22, 2014 at 2:10pm PST

Fall is the perfect time to break out the soup pot and make some magic. Check out our latest vegetarian creation— a simple spicy vegetarian sausage, potato and kale soup to warm the soul.

What you’ll need:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2  Field Roast Mexican Chipotle Sausage, casing removed
• ½ Gimme Lean Ground Sausage Style
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 med. onion, diced
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Quart Veggie Broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 6-12 red potatoes, diced
• 3 cups kale
• ¼ cup heavy cream

What You’ll Do:

1. Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add Veggie sausage, onion and garlic and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes,.

2. Stir in oregano, basil and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

3. Stir in broth and bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.

4. Stir in kale until it begins to wilt, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream until heated through, about 1 minute; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Enjoy!