Hi everyone! I am still in a post surgical limbo or fog, but I thought I better show my face. I did a lot of food prep before the big snowstorm and my procedure, but this week I was inspired by a couple of lovely soups being made on Instagram. I am not a huge fan of soup but it's been so very cold lately that the idea of hot soup really appealed to me.
My soup is one on my make-do recipes, not chicken soup from scratch, I admit. My mother in law was the reigning queen of perfect homemade chicken soup. When I was married I often made her soup for my husband who expected soup every night before his salad and main course, except on the hottest days of summer. [Of course my soup wasn't as good as MIL's, only to be expected! But I tried.]
One of the IG soups added fresh kale to the classic chicken soup, which was the attraction for me.
I sautéed half a Vidalia white onion, half a diced XL carrot in butter. Then the scallions added for just a quick stir and wilt, two minutes max.
Added 6+ Cups of premade chicken broth. Brought to a boil, then a low simmer. Added big handfuls of roughly chopped kale, well rinsed and de-stemmed. Kale was about 2" squares. Lots of black pepper, a bit of salt.
The other IG recipe had---wow!---homemade noodles! I can't wait to try making them, have not made noodles in years. I had half a package of fine egg noodles in my pantry, used them instead, pre-cooked the noodle al dente. But I did then put them in the soup as it simmered. My MIL would put the noodles or rice straight in to the bowls, not in the soup, as they soak up and ''waste'' the broth. [you decide!]
Served very hot with minced fresh scallions on top. Very fresh and delightful with cold roast beef salad and another odd baguette included in my groceries last week.
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Mo came home Sunday evening. He was not thrilled. And let me know by peeing in the house on Monday morning while we waited for the dogwalker.
Later, after the sleet and ice storm cleared, we went out to hunt for signs of spring. A few daffs are barely peeping out, so late---as the snow melts.
We also saw Mr Mockingbird, who seemed interested in Mo's treats! But then realised he likes the bayberries in the shrubbery. We were standing next to the bayberry hedge, in the way of his dinner. The fairy garden bowls are flooded with melting snow, but the reflections of the trees above are interesting.
Have you seen any signs of spring? Too early, really, isn't it.
have a good weekend!
love
lizzy
gone to the beach..
another winter/ beach walk....
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This was the week for hot soul-satisfying soup, and yours looked wonderful. We made cabbage and bean soup this week, hubby calls it "heart-attack" (prevention) soup! Works for me! We once had a cat who showed his displeasure at being left home with a cat sitter by peeing on the armchair in the living room while we were watching. They sure know how to get their revenge don't they?
ReplyDeleteYour soup sounds good--funny that--I made us chicken soup last night...with a small salad and it was SO very good...tonight will be a small shepherd's pie--so good to be cooking once again--just easy meals.
ReplyDeleteWell, your bulbs are presaging Spring for us--sprouting and all;))
But yes, it is still pretty cold and we have patches of snow here and there...sigh
I am still taking it slow and easy after my surgery...feel better, hugs, Julierose
I *LOVE* soups but haven't had many this winter thanks to the prepared diet meals. ;( If it was me, I'd cook the noodles IN the broth!
ReplyDeletePoor Mo. Pets only have so many ways to tell us they're upset. It's annoying for us but what else can they do?
I think it's too early for spring although the weather here is trying - it's in the 50s and lower 60s this week. My bones, however, seem to still have winter chill because I nearly always feel chilly. Next time I go outside I'll have to check my daffodils and snowdrop bulbs to see if they're peeking.
I'm feeling much better though! I hope you continue to take it easy so your eye heals nicely. I know you're ready for new glasses so you can SEE again! I'll keep my fingers crossed!
Take care and thanks for sharing!
Yum! I love the addition of kale to your soup. It's been stupid hot and dry here, so not exactly soup weather, but I did throw a pot together today. Homemade chicken broth, tomatillos, onion, garlic, loads of cilantro, and chicken. We serve something similar at work, and I happened to have everything on hand.
ReplyDeleteHope you're continuing to heal, and seeing good results. Hah, the pun was not intended ;)
Oh that Mo :( Maybe it's just the change that he has a hard time with? How was he while at friend's house?
Thanks for checking in, and letting us know how you're doing!
Kel