Lunch: Rustic Summer Vegetable Pasta Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Rustic Summer Vegetable Pasta Recipe

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

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil, divided
1 package (14-1/2 ounces) uncooked multigrain spaghetti
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cook and stir until tender. Remove from pan.
In same pot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, eggplant and mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper; stir in oregano, parsley and half of the basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain; add spaghetti and squash to vegetable mixture. Drizzle with remaining oil; toss to combine. Top with cheese and remaining basil.

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