"Original SoupMan," Al Yeganeh, who inspired the "Seinfeld" character "the Soup Nazi" wants to sell his soup in U.S. grocery stores.
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A retail line of "heat-n-serve" soups will be available next month in select grocery stores, with national distribution scheduled for September, CNN/Money reported.
Among the soup offerings are turkey chili, jambalaya and seafood bisque, which will cost $3.50 to $5.50. Soup Kitchen International said Yeganeh will supervise the soup production.
People in Manhattan waited in lines for Yeganeh's soup, made famous by the situation comedy.
"Al's creations will define the super premium soup category, while adding a dash of attitude and fun to his recipes with his 'soupside' manner -- who can resist?" John Bello, chairman of Soup Kitchen International, said in a statement.
