Mixed Fruit Soup

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven combine the first five ingredients (through turmeric). Bring to boiling over medium-low, stirring frequently. Simmer, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Cool completely. (For quick cooling, set the pot in a sink of ice water and stir soup.) Remove stick cinnamon.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cut orange into supremes: With a small sharp knife, slice off stem and bottom ends. Stand fruit on a flat end and slice off all peel, pith, and outer membrane in vertical strips, following curves of the fruit. You’ll see membranes separating each segment. Slice along membranes on either side to release segments.

Step 3

Add orange supremes and the next eight ingredients (through blueberries) to the soup. Cover pot and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until soup is cold.

Step 4

Just before serving, peel and cut banana into ½-inch pieces. Add to chilled soup. Sweeten to taste with maple syrup.