Lunch: Country Italian Soup Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Country Italian Soup Recipe

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

Ingredients

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 bay leaf
2 medium zucchini, sliced

Instructions

In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the sausage, onion and celery until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
Add the water, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in zucchini; simmer 8-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.

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