Lemon Rosemary Soup

While there may be no cure for the common cold this soup comes pretty darn close.  Even if it doesn't help your coughs and sniffles, the combination of lemon and rosemary flavors will make your taste buds happy.  Your immune system will thank you for all of the vitamins and minerals in the veges too. Sick or not, try this quick and easy recipe for dinner tonight (and leftovers for lunch tomorrow).

By the way, if you have a cold: stay home, rest, wash your hands often, hydrate, and be patient.  Coming into the office to see me only gets me sick (grrrr) and doesn't make your cold go away any faster.  And get a flu shot please!  The flu is way worse than a little cold.  That's all.  :)

OK, ready to make some soup?  Here is what we are whipping up.

Lemon Rosemary Soup

Here is what you will need:
4 cups of low sodium vege broth
1 cup water
1 bunch of scallions*
1 celery stalk
2 carrots
1 lb of potatoes**
1 medium or several mini zucchini***
2 cloves of garlic
zest of 2 lemons
juice of 1/2 lemon
1-2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
1 can of beans****







*Leeks work here too, clearly I used leftover scallions that I had from another recipe. Classy as always, whatever.

**I used Japanese sweet potatoes this time, but really any kind of potato is fine.  Leave the skin on for a few extra vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

***aaaahhhh mini zucchini, so cute.

****White beans used here, there are no rules about beans, use what you like.


Let's get cooking:

First mince the garlic and rosemary and then chop everything else into bite sized pieces.








Grab a large soup pot, drizzle a little oil in it, and then put the heat on medium high.  Throw the scallions, garlic and potatoes in first and let those cook for a few minutes.








Then add the broth, veges, rosemary, and lemon juice.  Bring the soup to a low boil and let it go for about 15ish minutes (until the veges are tender).
 







Finally stir in the beans and lemon zest.  Turn the heat down and simmer for another 5 minutes.







Good work, you made soup.  Put some in a bowl and enjoy!  Stay healthy this cold and flu season.

Happy eating and best health,

Dr. G