PREP & COOK TIME : 30 minutes
INGREDIENTS
CREAMY TOMATO GORGONZOLA SOUP
1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ large red onion , diced ½ cup red bell pepper , diced 2 tsp minced garlic
¼ cup gorgonzola cheese , crumbled
½ cup cream cheese ¼ cup heavy cream ( 18 %) ¼ cup reduced-fat milk ( 2 %) 1 large can of diced tomatoes 1½ cups low-sodium tomato juice ¼ teaspoon pepper
4-5 shakes of your favorite cayenne pepper sauce
Sour cream ( a tablespoon per person to add as a dollop on top )
DIRECTIONS
1 . Warm the oil over medium heat , add veggies and cook until soft to touch with your spatula .
2 . Add milk , cream and cheese , and heat until evenly mixed and lightly simmering .
3 . Depending on how your crew feels about texture , you might opt to blend the soup at this point for a more creamy consistency . Just be sure to let the soup cool a bit before blending .
4 . Add the remaining ingredients to the above mixture and cook on medium heat for about 20 minutes .
Optional : top with chopped basil , chopped chives , or croutons
Note : this recipe requires frequent stirring because the dairy in the soup may cause it to stick to the pot . Once ready , serve with a dollop of sour cream on top and some basil , chives , or croutons if you ’ re feeling fancy .
CHICKEN SONOMA SALAD
2 bags of spring mix lettuce
½ cup of your favorite salad topper mix
1 bottle of citrus salad dressing ½ cup gorgonzola cheese ½ cup diced red apple pieces ½ cup diced strawberries 8 oz cooked chicken diced
This salad comes together effortlessly and how you choose to design your plate is up to you .
1 . Start with spring mix ( make sure to wash thoroughly ). 2 . Dice apple ( skin on is fine ) and strawberries and add to mix .
3 . Sautée boneless chicken breast , seasoned with pepper , salt , and some powdered garlic and dice into cubes before adding to mix .
4 . Add cheese and a topper mix - aim for one with a blend of nuts and cranberries
5 . Toss in your favorite citrus dressing . Enjoy !
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