Lunch: Cheesy Broccoli Soup in a Bread Bowl Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Cheesy Broccoli Soup in a Bread Bowl 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.

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 8 ounces)
1 large carrot, finely chopped
3 cups chicken stock
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water or additional chicken stock
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 bread bowls

Instructions

In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in broccoli, carrot, stock, cream, bay leaves and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Simmer, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until tender.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove bay leaves; stir in cheese until melted. Stir in salt and pepper.
For bread bowls, cut top off each loaf; carefully hollow out bottom of each, leaving a 1/4-in. shell (discard removed bread or save for another use). Serve soup in bread bowls.

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