It's a Rogue World feat. Ways To Nourish Yourself 1.13.25

January seems to be bringing with it a fair amount of chaos. We are hoping you and your loved ones are safe and protected. We thank you for being here with us as we attempt to offer some ideas to nourish your body, mind, and soul. Best Lentil Soup ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 4 garlic cloves, pressed or minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon curry powder ½ teaspoon dried thyme 1 large can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, lightly drained 1 cup brown or green lentils, picked over and rinsed 4 cups vegetable broth 2 cups water 1 teaspoon salt, more to taste Pinch of red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 cup chopped fresh collard greens or kale, tough ribs removed 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice (½ to 1 medium lemon), to taste Warm the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Feel free to use a few tbsp of cannabis infused oil Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped onion and carrot and cook, stirring often, until the onion has softened and is turning translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, curry powder and thyme. Cook until fragrant while stirring constantly, about 30 seconds. Pour in the drained diced tomatoes and cook for a few more minutes, stirring often. Pour in the lentils, broth and the water. Add 1 teaspoon salt and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper. Raise heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then partially cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape. Transfer 2 cups of the soup to a blender. Securely fasten the lid, protect your hand from steam with a tea towel placed over the lid, and purée the soup until smooth. Pour the puréed soup back into the pot. (Or, use an immersion blender to blend a portion of the soup.) Add the chopped greens and cook for 5 more minutes, or until the greens have softened to your liking. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Taste and season with more salt, pepper and/or lemon juice until the flavors really sing. For spicier soup, add another pinch or two of red pepper flakes. Serve while hot. Leftovers will keep well for about 4 days in the refrigerator, or can be frozen for several months (just defrost before serving). Recipe by Cookie and Kate. Read more HERE. Shogun by James Clavell When life feels out of control, we try to take some time to let our mind travel and become immersed outside of our physical world. Recently we picked up Shogun, the 1975 novel by James Clavell that's having a resurgence given it's amazing (and award winning) adaptation for television. It's the epic saga of Pilot-Major John Blackthorne, and his integration into the struggles and strife of feudal Japan. Starting with his shipwreck on the very foreign shores of "The Japans," the novel charts Blackthorne's rise from detested and mistrusted foreigner to trusted advisor and Samurai. His incredible transformation takes place with a raging civil war as backdrop. It's stunning and immersive - great for an escapist read. Nourishment Through Ritual We rely on our daily cannabis ritual to slow down and ground ourselves. We like to light some candles, pop on the music we are listening to on repeat, and roll up by hand. The step by step process is so therapeutic. Here's how we roll in case you need a few pointers. Our Fashion Obsession: End on End Cotton Jammies Hanging out in your jammies a few extra hours when you WFH is good for your soul. This set by J Crew is currently on sale. Make an extra large cup of coffee or hot cocoa and enjoy. Please be safe and take care of yourselves and the ones you love. Until next week, we are sending lots of love.