Astragalus is one of the premier immune system nourishing and strengthening herbal medicines. The best way to use an immune system tonifying herb like astragalus is to begin taking it when you are not sick, beginning about six weeks prior to the height of cold and flu season. It’s ideal for incorporating into cooking on a daily basis. In this episode, I share a recipe for creamy chocolate nut truffles with a big dose of astragalus powder as an ingredient.

Ingredients for Creamy Chocolate Nut Astragalus Truffles
½ cup figs, chopped
1 cup almonds
½ cup cashews
3 TBS cocoa powder (Dagoba)/Hershey’s is also fine/
additional cocoa powder for coating
3TBS honey
2TBS astragalus powder
1tsp vanilla extract
1tsp cinnamon
½ tsp ginger
pinch of salt

Preparation Instructions
Soak figs in hot water for 30 minutes, then drain. Add both nuts to the food processor, process until forms a nut butter paste, about 2-3 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and process again until blended to a smooth consistency.Chill for 1-2 hours, then roll 1 tsp batter into truffle balls, then coat with additional cocoa powder, coconut or chopped nuts.

Mentions:
Astragalus Root and Powder, Mountain Rose Herbs
Aphrodite Aroma Spray, Mountain Rose Herbs
Astragalus Tincture, Herbalist & Alchemist

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