Red Date and Poached Egg Soup

1 serving - can consume every 3-5 days, except during menstruation

Ingredients

• 6 red dates, pitted and cut in quarters
• 20 goji
• 2 slices ginger
• 1.5-2 rice bowls of water
• 1 egg

Procedure

• Combine dates, goji, ginger, and water in a pot, bring to a boil, and simmer 15 minutes
• Crack an egg into the pot and cook for 10 seconds
• Turn off the stove, and keep pot covered for 15-20 minutes

Black Bean & Black Date Soup

Makes 2 servings - okay to consume every 3-5 days, except during menstrual cycle

Ingredients

• 1/2 rice bowl black beans
• 5 black dates
• 5 ginger slices
• 5 rice bowls of water

Procedure

• Soak black beans for 4-5 hours (overnight is also okay).  Can use vinegar to soak, if desired.  Discard water.
• Combine with other ingredients, bring to a boil, and simmer for one hour