Discover these nourishing recipes that support digestive health and detoxification by Nutritionist and Chef, Christine Bailey (christinebailey.co.uk).

A lovely light creamy soup. Broccoli is rich in glucosinolates, which helps support liver detoxification, while the pear provides plenty of additional fibre for digestive health.

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 600ml vegetable stock
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 stick of celery, chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, crushed
• 1 small potato, chopped
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1tbsp tamari
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste
• 400g fresh broccoli, cut into small pieces
• 2 ripe pears, cored, peeled and chopped

Method:

• Place the stock, onion, celery, garlic, potato, lemon juice and tamari in a large saucepan and bring to the boil.
• Add the broccoli and simmer for three to four minutes until the broccoli is just tender.
• Process the soup with the pears in a blender to create a thick, smooth soup. Season to taste. Spoon into bowls and drizzle with a little tamari or olive oil to taste.