Lunch: Spiced Shallots and Prunes

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Cinnamon

Health and fertility benefits of Spiced Shallots and Prunes

Cinnamon is one of the best ingredients that someone with insulin sensitivity can eat. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. Cinnamon contains hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effects of insulin. It has also been suggested that Cinnamon prevents post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate - meaning that food digests slowly. (Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11506060).

Ingredients

1 1/4 pound small shallots (about 24)
1/2 pound pitted prunes (1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups ruby Port
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon whole allspice

Instructions

Blanch shallots (not peeled) in boiling water 2 minutes, then drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool. Peel shallots, then combine with remaining ingredients in a 10-inch heavy skillet. Simmer, uncovered, over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until shallots are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool. Chill, covered, at least 8 hours for flavors to meld. Discard whole spices. Serve at room temperature.

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