Week 263: Spanish Chicken Rice Soup

Hello on a Wednesday :-)

I don't want to take too much of your time on this busy day of Thanksgiving prep, but I figured sending out the menu and ordering link would be a good idea. So have a quick read and get your orders in quickly for next Tuesday, I promise you won't want to miss out!!

On the menu for TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3rd is SPANISH CHICKEN RICE SOUP and ITALIAN HERB BREAD. My Spanish chicken rice soup is loaded with chicken, peppery chorizo, and flavorful rice in a delicious tomatoey broth. It's a fan favorite that has not made an appearance yet this fall, so I figured it was about time!!

The soup begins with sauteing chorizo, a mildly spicy smoked sausage made with pork, rich spices, & paprika. Next, diced carrots, onions, red bell peppers, and garlic are added along with Spanish paprika, a little crushed red pepper, and bay leaves.

Once the veggies are softened, diced tomatoes, shredded chicken and homemade chicken stock are incorporated and brought to a simmer. While waiting for the soup to simmer, we cook the Spanish rice and then add it to the soup. The soup is garnished with Spanish olives, shredded Manchego cheese, and fresh lemon juice and cilantro to add a salty, fresh bite!

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.

Jenny Sue will be taking the week off as we figured everyone will get their fill of sweets tomorrow!! She'll be back next week with another one of your favorites ....