During the Holidays many of us are running on less sleep, yet are still trying to do it all. This is the time of year is when colds are being exchanged like presents among friends, family, and acquaintances. Try to remember to drink fluids, wash your hands, and eat healthy organic meals. We all know that it is hard to eat healthy when you’re short on time. Try investing in a one pot meal cooker like a crock-pot. This kitchen gadget will not only save time but it can provide you and your family a great meal without all the dishes. When you buy this handy tool you will be able to put together great organic minestrone soup and still go to work and accomplish all your holiday errands.
Organic Minestrone soup

Ingredients:
• 2 cartons organic vegetable stock
• Organic can of kidney beans
• 2 stocks organic celery
• 2 Organic can of diced tomatoes with basil
• ¼ cup organic chopped carrots
• Organic can of chickpeas
• ¼ cup chopped organic onions
• 1 cup of chopped organic green beans
• 1 1/2 cups organic elbow pasta
• 3 tsp organic tomato paste
• 2 tsp organic basil
• 2 tsp organic thyme

Add all of these ingredients to crock-pot and set on low for 2 hours and set on med for 3 hours. If you are going to work for 8 hours of more keep on low. Serves 4 people.

Recipe courtesy of Nikki Shimozaki