Lunch: Broccoli Alfredo Soup
Looking for a veggie dinner using Green Giant® Valley Fresh Steamers™ broccoli? Then try this delicious soup that's enriched with Alfredo sauce.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Broccoli Alfredo Soup
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 bag (12 oz) frozen broccoli cuts
1/2 cup water
1 container (10 oz) refrigerated Alfredo sauce
1/2 cup milk
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded carrot, if desired
Instructions
In medium saucepan, combine broccoli and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Do not drain.
Place about 1 cup of the broccoli and water mixture in blender container. Cover; blend until smooth.
To broccoli mixture in saucepan, add pureed broccoli, Alfredo sauce, milk and pepper; mix well. Cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish with shredded carrot.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 0 | ||
Fat 0 | ||
Carbohydrate 0 | ||
Protein 0 |