Soup: Bean Soup with Pasta

A hearty, filling and tasty low fat soup.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 25 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Bean Soup with Pasta

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

2 strips celery
1 small onion
1 clove garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups water
1/2 tbsp basil
1/4 tsp rosemary
1/4 tsp salt
0.12 tsp pepper
2 cups white beans
2 cups spinach
1 cup diced tomatoes
3 oz sea shell pasta
2 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Thinly slice carrots, and celery. Chop onion and mince garlic (or use garlic press).

3. In large non-stick pan sauté the carrots, celery, onion and garlic in oil. Sauté until kind of tender, about 5 minutes.

4. Stir in the water, broth, tomatoes, basil, rosemary, salt and pepper.

5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes.

6. Drain pasta; stir into vegetable mixture.

7. Add the beans; heat through. Stir in spinach, cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

8. Tip: you can cook your own beans from dry ahead of time. It's not necessary but extra rinsing may aid in digestion.

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