The Love & Lemons Cooking Club is hosting its December challenge, inviting readers to participate in a community cooking event while contributing to a good cause. This month’s recipe is a creamy potato soup, with variations for classic, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets. Participants can win a $100 Whole Foods gift card while supporting No Kid Hungry; for every entry received, $1 will be donated to the charity.
How to Participate
The challenge is simple: cook the featured recipe – in this case, creamy potato soup – and leave a comment on the corresponding blog post by December 31st. Additional entries can be earned by submitting a photo of the finished dish to [email protected] or posting it on Instagram with the hashtag #loveandlemonscookingclub and tagging @loveandlemons.
Recipe Variations
The creamy potato soup offers three preparation options to suit different dietary preferences:
- Classic: Uses all-purpose flour and heavy cream for a rich, traditional flavor.
- Dairy-Free: Employs vegan butter and plant-based milk (almond milk is recommended) for a lighter, yet still satisfying, result.
- Gluten-Free: Substitutes all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend like King Arthur for those avoiding gluten.
The author suggests customizing the soup with toppings such as vegan sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chives, green onions, or vegan bacon bits for a fully loaded baked potato-inspired experience.
Last Month’s Success
November’s challenge centered around a classic stuffing recipe. The author expresses gratitude for the participation, highlighting readers’ creativity – like Gail and Jenny replacing celery with fennel – and congratulating Laurie, the winner.
Charitable Impact
Beyond the prize, the Cooking Club’s December event incorporates a charitable component. For every entry, Love & Lemons will donate $1 to No Kid Hungry, combining culinary engagement with a meaningful contribution to childhood hunger relief.
The Love & Lemons Cooking Club demonstrates a unique approach to community building, combining cooking challenges with charitable action and dietary flexibility. This month’s potato soup challenge not only offers a fun recipe but also supports a worthy cause.
