Carrots, Carrots, Carrots. (Immune Booster #7)

Carrots and other yummy orange veggies are members of the beta carotene-rich family. Beta carotene increases the number of infection-fighting cells and it’s a powerful antioxidant that helps eliminates free radicals, according to Ask Dr. Sears. Studies have shown that beta-carotene can also lower the risk of heart disease.

AND in honor of carrots and other yummy orange veggies - here is an amazing soup recipe!

Curried Carrot, Sweet Potato, and Ginger Soup

Ingredients

2 teaspoons canola oil

1/2 cup chopped shallots

3 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled sweet potato

1 1/2 cups (1/4-inch) sliced peeled carrots

1 tablespoon grated ginger

2 teaspoons curry powder

3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots; saute 3 minutes or until tender. Add potato, carrots, ginger, and curry; cook 2 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender; stir in salt.

Pour half of soup in a food processor; pulse until smooth. Repeat procedure with remaining soup.

from health.com