Menu 7/8-7/12

 Monday: Dinner with Friends

Tuesday: Stuffed Long Bean

Wednesday: Tomato Gnocchi|
We will use 2 links of Beyond Italian sausage instead of 4, and we added onions and garlic

Thursday:  Lentil Salad
When I was in Israel, i LOVED this dish

Friday: Blackberry and peach soup

Peach-based dessert or ingredient combination ideas

Blackberry peach soup is a unique and refreshing dessert soup that combines the sweetness of peaches with the tartness of blackberries. Here’s a recipe that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup riesling
• 2 pounds fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 5 cups)
• 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh blackberries
• Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine the riesling, peaches, and cinnamon stick in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes or until the peaches are tender.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool. Discard the cinnamon stick.
3. Place half of the peach mixture in a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Pour the pureed mixture into a large bowl and repeat the process with the remaining peach mixture.
4. Stir in the honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Chill the mixture for 1 hour.
5. Ladle the soup into small bowls and top each serving with about 2 1/2 tablespoons of blackberries. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Tips:

• Use firm, slightly underripe peaches for the best results.
• Adjust the amount of honey to your taste.
• You can also use blackberry wine instead of riesling for a stronger flavor.
• This soup is perfect for warm weather and can be served as a refreshing dessert or snack.

Variations:

• You can also add a splash of lemon juice to the soup for extra brightness.
• Try using different types of berries, such as raspberries or blueberries, for a different flavor profile.
• Experiment with different spices, such as nutmeg or cardamom, for added depth of flavor.

Enjoy your delicious blackberry peach soup!