Lunch: Broccoli and Carrots with Toasted Almonds Recipe | MyRecipes

Recipe by Rick Rodgers Toast the almonds and blanch the vegetables a day ahead to ease preparation during the day's rush. If you would rather not make the Homemade Turkey Stock, substitute fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Broccoli and Carrots with Toasted Almonds Recipe | MyRecipes

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

1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 pound (1-inch) diagonally cut carrots (about 3 cups)
1 (12-ounce) bag broccoli florets (about 6 cups)
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/2 cup Homemade Turkey Stock
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °.
Spread almonds in a single layer in a shallow pan. Bake at 350 ° for 7 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally. Cool completely, and set aside.
Place carrots in a large saucepan of boiling water; cook 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. Plunge into ice water, and drain. Place broccoli in boiling water; cook 2 minutes. Drain and plunge into ice water; drain.
Melt the butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots; sauté 2 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to medium. Add carrots, broccoli, Homemade Turkey Stock, salt, and pepper; cover and cook 6 minutes or until carrots and broccoli are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.

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