Lunch: Chunky Tomato-Basil Soup

That favorite tomato soup you had at that cozy cafe? Easy--just blend tomatoes, a bit of light cream, onion, and plenty of fresh basil and you've got it.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Chunky Tomato-Basil Soup

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 small carrots, shredded (1 cup)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
1 jar (26 oz) Muir Glen™ chunky tomato pasta sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Instructions

In 3-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrots; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until softened. Add flour; cook and stir until moistened. Gradually add half-and-half, cooking and stirring about 2 minutes or until smooth.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover; cook over medium heat about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, just until mixture comes to a boil.
If desired, top with additional chopped fresh basil leaves.

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