Lunch: Garden Harvest Spaghetti Squash Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Garden Harvest Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped leek (white portion only)
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup V8 juice
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1/4 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend

Instructions

Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add 1/2 in. of hot water. Bake, uncovered, at 375 ° for 30-40 minutes. Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Bake 5 minutes longer or until squash is tender.
Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the red pepper, onion, zucchini, mushrooms, leek and carrots in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, V8 juice, pepper and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in spinach and herbs; heat through.
When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve with sauce; sprinkle with cheese.

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