We all have our days when we need some comfort food, and that's OK!  So I have come up with a healthy recipe that is still comforting and hearty, something that keeps my belly warm and happy on a cold or rainy day.  Or for the ladies, this recipe is great for that time of the month!   

My version of this is a Hearty Minestrone Soup.  I've kept it vegetarian so that anyone can enjoy, but feel free to add some ground turkey or grass-fed beef if you feel you need it.  I personally like to top off my soup with some sliced avocado for some added healthy fat.

Have this for lunch or dinner, although I find that a soup is the perfect meal for the evening time, as its easier to digest.  And in this case, just one bowl can get you full - so you avoid over-eating at dinner time.