1. Wash hands before beginning preparation. Thoroughly clean and sanitize surfaces and equipment (CCP).

2. Prepare soup according to your General Diet recipe for Minestrone Soup.

3. Measure 48 fl oz (6 c) of prepared soup.

4. Strain solids from soup broth. Reserve broth.

5. Place soup solids into a food processor. Process until fine in consistency.

6. Add Thick-It® Clear Advantage® Powder Food & Beverage Thickener and reserved broth to food processor and process until smooth.

7. Scrape down sides of processor with rubber spatula and process for an additional 30 seconds.

8. Test per IDDSI Testing Methods for Liquidised, Level 3 (LQ3) using the Fork Drip Test. Refer to IDDSI.org for how to use testing methods.

9. Hold at 140°F or higher until service (CCP).

10. Serve using 6 fl oz ladle.

• Verify final recipe and any garnishes using IDDSI testing methods for IDDSI Liquidised, Level 3 (LQ3) before service.
• Amount of solids in soup can vary. Recipe may be altered to include more or less broth and/ or more or less Thick-It® Clear Advantage® Powder Food & Beverage Thickener depending on the results of IDDSI testing.
• Recipe standardized and tested at 155°F. Temperature may affect IDDSI testing results.
• Make certain to refer to local food regulation for management of time and temperature values for prepared items. This would apply to hot and cold holding as well as time out of temperature control.
• For optimal quality and safety, these products are intended for immediate consumption upon preparation or within 24 hours following proper handling guidance.
• If not serving immediately, reheat to a minimum internal temperature of 165°F for 15 sec (CCP) and test again before service per IDDSI Testing Methods for Liquidised, Level 3 (LQ3).
• These recipes may not be appropriate for all people with dysphagia. Consult with a physician or other qualified healthcare professional about questions concerning your patients’ health and diet, particularly regarding the suitability of these recipes for your patients.