As we approach the lunch hour, I can’t help but think of soup on this chilly winter day. With the temperatures dropping, there’s nothing like a bowl of soup to bring comfort and warmth. From chicken noodle to tomato, if my bowl is full of vegetables and warm broth, you can guarantee that I will enjoy spoonful after spoonful. So, when DOLE sent me packages of their Garden Soup product, I couldn’t help but enthusiastically open the packages and taste test.
As you know, I’m all about making time spent in the kitchen simple and enjoyable. Let’s face it, food doesn’t have to be complicated to taste good. Usually, I opt to make homemade soup by combining broth, vegetables, meat, and noodles. Even though it seems so easy, I know that some people are weary of trying to make their own soup. Why buy tons of products and spend additional time in the kitchen when opening a package is so much easier?
Don’t worry. I get it. I’ve got your back. I also have a great product that you are going to love. Imagine a soup product that is non-GMO, has no preservatives and MSG, is vegetarian, gluten-free, cholesterol free, low fat, and good source of fiber, and has BPA-free packaging. Sound too good to be true? Feast your eyes on DOLE Garden Soup, a new premium line of ready-to-serve soups inspired by garden-fresh flavors that starts with nature’s best ingredients like sun-ripened tomatoes, sweet corn, and roasted poblano pepper.
I told you I had your back.
DOLE Garden Soup can simply be heated up on its own, personalized with simple toppings, or can be used as an ingredient in dozens of delicious recipes that are easy to make. For lunch today, I’m serving up DOLE Garden Soup Roasted Garlic Tomato Basil with Homemade Rustic Cheese Croutons. This soup is packed full of flavor and is a great way to serve your family nutrition in just minutes. Trust me. Plus, since it’s just me for lunch today, thanks to the twist off lid on the package, I can pour just enough soup for me, close the container, and place it in the refrigerator until tomorrow. Less dishes and no plastic storage containers? What’s not to love?
Be sure to visit DOLE Garden Soup website for more information, like DOLE on Facebook, and follow DOLE on Twitter. Also, the next time you’re at the store, be sure to pick up one of their five varieties, including Roasted Garlic Tomato Basil, Tomato Vegetable, Carrot Ginger, Southwestern Black Bean & Corn, and Sweet Corn.
Homemade Rustic Cheese Croutons
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of cheese bread (usually found in bakery section of grocery store)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Directions:
- Preheat over to 350 degrees.
- Slice the bread into cubes and place on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cubes. Sprinkle the cubes with salt and pepper.
- Use your hands to toss the cubes.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until toasted.
What’s your favorite kind of soup?
Disclaimer: I was compensated by DOLE for this blog post. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
I really enjoy reading your blog, it's always so interesting every article you post! Thanks for sharing it!
Mmmmm! I'm always searching for great soup recipes. Love this. And, your pics are ALWAYS amazing!
This looks simple enough that even I can try this…It should really spice up my diet.