Lunch: Winning Cream of Vegetable Soup Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Winning Cream of Vegetable Soup Recipe

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted, or 4 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups chopped leftover cooked mixed vegetables (such as broccoli, carrots and cauliflower)

Instructions

In a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter until tender. Add flour; stir until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Stir in the milk, cream, basil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add the vegetables; cook gently until heated through.

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