fresh, local food + grocery lists + minestrone

clementine's p+p is really excited to be offering weekly veg box subscriptions to our residential clients. ever wanted to be part of a csa, but were worried about using all the veggies? or maybe you don't like all veggies? or the flat rate was too much of an expense? at clementine's, you can choose how much and what kind.... clementine's p+p's veg box is $165 per person for the season. that's only $7.50 a week!! just email us at clementinespandp@gmail.com for a subscription form and growing list. what a great christmas gift to give. or better yet, receive.

did you know that clementine's p+p also provides meal + grocery planning. our clients have the choice of receiving anywhere from 3-7 dinner recipes a week with printable grocery lists. only have 25 minutes to prepare dinner? and a picky 3 year old? no problem. you tell us what the specifics are and we'll find the recipes, write your grocery list, save you money, and time. and possibly your sanity. look over there in the right hand margin. . .pick the plan and email us at clementinespandp@gmail.com to sign up! all for about $3.50 week!

here's a freebie for you:
i love this twist on the traditional minestrone. it is so colorful, versatile, and delicious! don't have butternut squash? use potato. don't like yellow squash? use green beans or zucchini. you can use kale or swiss chard instead of cabbage, too. cannellini beans, pinto beans or chickpeas would work in place of the kidney beans, as well. get creative and make some soup for lunches this week!

anna's minestrone
3 T. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 -2 celery stalks, chopped
1/4 t. red pepper flakes
1 t. minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 t. dried
coarse salt and pepper, to taste
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1/2 lb. shredded green cabbage
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 c. yellow squash, chopped
1 c. green peas, frozen
1 minced garlic clove
shredded parmesan for serving
in large pot, heat oil over medium - add onion, carrots, celery, red pepper flakes, rosemary, s&p (to taste) - cook until onion begins to turn golden (5-8 mins.) - add tomatoes, cook 1 minute - add butternut squash, cabbage, beans, and 7 c. water - bring to a boil and stir in green beans - reduce to a simmer and cook until all veggies are tender (15 minutes) - stir in peas and cook 5-10 minutes - season with s&p, stir in garlic - serve with parmesan on top - enjoy!