Dinner: Italian Creamy Pasta

Quick and easy vegetarian pasta dish.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Italian Creamy Pasta

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 1/2 oz cheddar cheese, grated
3 fl oz single cream
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
3 oz broccoli
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
4 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 tbsp parsley, chopped
4 oz mange tout (snap peas)
1 medium courgette, sliced
5 cherries tomatoes
8 oz linguini pasta
1 oz vegetable fat spread, reduced calorie

Instructions

1. Blanch broccoli, mange tout and courgette for 1-2 minutes; drain.

2. Heat the spread in frying pan and sauté garlic and mushrooms for 2-3 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes and parsley.

3. Cook over medium heat for a couple of minutes.

4. Cook linguini in boiling salted water until just tender (al dente).

5. Drain and mix with the vegetables, cheddar and cream.

6. Heat gently and serve with salad and garnish with fresh basil.

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