Minestrone with White Beans and Italian Sausage - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. mild Italian sausage
- 1 onion
- 1 carrot
- 1 Rib Celery
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 c. drained and rinsed canned white beans
- 10 c. water
- 1 c. canned diced tomatoes with their juice
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
- .67 lb. spinach
- grated Parmesan
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring frequently, until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon.
- Reduce the heat to moderate. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine 2 cups of the beans and 2 cups of the water in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Add the tomatoes, the bean puree, the remaining 8 cups water, the salt, and the pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, skimming any foam that rises to the surface. Stir in the sausage, the remaining 2 cups beans, and the spinach. Simmer until the spinach wilts, about 3 minutes. Serve the soup topped with grated Parmesan, and pass more Parmesan at the table.
- Wine Recommendation: It's only natural to partner this traditional Italian soup with a classic Italian red wine. Either a Tuscan Chianti or a dolcetto from the hills of Piedmont will be splendid.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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