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!

Drink your Morning Fiber: Peach Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

It's a fact that fiber helps to lower your cholesterol, stabilize blood sugar, and keep you regular. Which is why smoothies are the perfect quick and easy breakkie fruit  smoothies are guaranteed to give your metabolism a boost before you head out the door. Bulk it up with some plant-based protein powder and you've got yourself a meal. 

Sawubona, Boo Means, I see you, Boo!

The Sassy Nation is making major moves!!!

We were so happy to be invited to be a part of an evening of curated networking at the Sawubona, Boo event last weekend at La Petit Marche in ATL. Check out this #SassyAppetit recipe for the super-delish, hand crafted fresca that we blended up and served special for the hostess with the mostest, @sydiab and her guests. 

Looking forward to many more of these curated collaborations…

Try the recipe at your next get together and let us know what you think.

Cheers!