Experience shows that the less stress you bring to the dinner table, the smoother the ride. Try this very simple, healthy, and nutritious Alphabet Soup. Serve with crusty bread and butter. Perhaps you garnish with a bit of popcorn to keep the kids interested. Hold a dinnertime spelling contest. Award the winner a tinfoil crown. Afterwards, freeze half the batch for a future fun dinner.
The History of Alphabet Soup
Who had the brilliant idea to make soup in the shapes of alphabetical letters? The earliest version of it appeared in the 1870s and 1880s in both European and American stores. They’re a cute gimmick and can help kids learn to read. The H.J. Heinz Company, in our home city of Pittsburgh, sold “Alphabetti Spaghetti,” but discontinued it in 1990 due to declining sales. However, you can still buy Alphabet Soup from brands like Amy’s and Campbell’s.
Recipe by Alekka Sweeney
Styling by Anna Franklin
Photography by Dave Bryce
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