Week 247: Spring Minestrone
Happy Thursday!!
Spring weather is finally heading our way so here is a delicious spring menu just for you :-)
On the menu for TUESDAY, APRIL 16th is SPRING MINESTRONE, ITALIAN HERB BREAD, & ORANGE CREAMSICLE COOKIES. Minestrone soup originated in Italy, and the name means "big soup" thanks to all the veggies thrown in. This version of the classic minestrone features springtime veggies, lemon zest and fresh herbs.
The soup begins with sautéing diced bacon in the pot ... a little bacon goes a long way in building the layers of flavors in this tasty soup!
Next, diced onions, garlic and zucchini are dropped in. Once softened, white beans and homemade chicken stock are added. After the soup comes to a boil, small pasta, peas, and spinach are mixed in. The soup is garnished with fresh herbs, lemon zest and parmesan cheese.
The bread companion this week is my ITALIAN HERB BREAD. This delicious bread is filled with garlic, butter and fresh herbs. This bread is a fan favorite and the fresh herbs in it will make a perfect compliment to your soup.
On the menu for dessert this week are ORANGE CREAMSICLE COOKIES. A cookie that is perfect for spring! These cookies are a perfect combination of orange and white chocolate to provide a delicious creamsicle flavor - as they have orange zest and white chocolate chips in them. Be sure to try this new cookie and get your orders in before they sell out!~ Jenny from Jenny Sue Delights