The Love & Lemons Cooking Club is a monthly community event designed to engage readers through a shared cooking experience. Each month, a new recipe is chosen, and participants who make it and comment on the corresponding blog post are entered into a prize draw. This month’s challenge features a hearty white bean soup, with a $100 Whole Foods gift card up for grabs.
How to Participate
The rules are simple:
- Prepare the featured recipe – the white bean soup – at any point during January.
- Leave a comment on the original recipe’s blog post before the end of the month.
- For an additional entry, email a photo of your finished soup to [email protected].
- Another bonus entry is available by posting a photo on Instagram, tagging @loveandlemons and using the hashtag #loveandlemonscookingclub.
Why Participate?
Beyond the chance to win a gift card, participation contributes to a good cause. For every entry received, Love & Lemons will donate $1 to No Kid Hungry, linking culinary engagement with social impact. This initiative adds a charitable dimension, making the challenge more meaningful for participants.
January’s Recipe: White Bean Soup
The selected recipe, white bean soup, is described as a warming, nourishing winter meal rich in protein and flavor. The soup is naturally vegan and gluten-free, with optional Parmesan cheese for those who prefer it. The creator notes that the soup tastes even better the next day, encouraging leftovers for a convenient lunch.
Community Highlights
Last month’s challenge featured a potato soup recipe that drew diverse experimentation among participants. Many adapted the recipe with plant-based milk alternatives, with oat milk being the most popular choice. Individual stories, such as Graciela sharing the soup with her family and rogue1 serving it on Christmas Eve, illustrate the personal connection readers have with these recipes.
The Love & Lemons Cooking Club isn’t just about food; it’s about bringing people together through shared experiences and charitable giving.
Final Thoughts
The Love & Lemons Cooking Club provides a unique opportunity for food enthusiasts to connect, contribute, and enjoy cooking. The January white bean soup challenge encourages participation while supporting a worthy cause. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or new to the community, this event offers a fun and rewarding experience.
