Meal Plan: Soups to Warm the Soul

by Marissa Huntsman on October 15th, 2012 | No Comments »

The coats and scarves are being pulled from winter storage as temperatures begin to drop lower and lower. Soups are the perfect way to combat the chilling breeze. The autumn season is full of vegetables that can make anyone warmer with a couple of spoonfuls. Using veggies from the vegetable patch, anyone can make a fine soup to warm the belly.

Theme: Soups to Warm The Soul

Weekly Meal Plan: Monday, Oct 14 - Sunday, Oct 21

Monday:

Dinner Recipe: Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup from The Shiksa in the Kitchen
Dinner Discussion Question: What is your favorite scary movie?

Tuesday:

Dinner Recipe: Potato Leek Soup from Sarah's Cucina Bella
Dinner Discussion Question: What is your favorite vegetable and why?

Wednesday:

Dinner Recipe: Lasagna Soup from I {heart} Nap Time
Dinner Discussion Question: What is your favorite bed time story?

Thursday:

Dinner Recipe: Pea, Edamame, & Mint Soup from Gourmande in the Kitchen
Dinner Discussion Question: If you could have any pet in the world, what would it be?

Friday:

Dinner Recipe: Minestrone from Flavia's Flavors
Dinner Discussion Question: What are you most looking forward to this fall season?

Saturday:

Dinner Recipe: Cream of Tomato Soup from Bell'alimento
Dinner Discussion Question: What is your favorite romantic spot?

Sunday:

Dinner Recipe: Pot Roast Soup from Ground Beef Budget
Dinner Discussion Question: What's your favorite autumn candle scent?

Dessert

Enough with the savory portion of the meal, bring on the dessert! We're featuring Very Berry Banana Muffins for this week's dessert!

Meal Plan and Grocery Shopping List Free Printable

Is your mouth watering yet? We can’t wait to give these recipes a try this week! If you’re interested in trying some or all of these recipes, be sure to fill out the Mom It Forward Meal Plan and Grocery Shopping List Free Printable before you head to the store!

Discussion Questions

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