October 26, 2010

Minestrone

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Waking up before sunrise is for the birds.

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"When do we fall back?" He asked.

"Weekend after next." I said.

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Sitting in a cubicle all day is for the birds.

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"I don't want to go to work." He said.

"Me either." I said.

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Soup to nuts.

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"I'm picking up on something different. What is it?" He asked.

"The recipe called for a spice sachet of black peppercorns, fennel, coriander...And one bay leaf." I said.

"Fennel." He said, raising another spoonful.

"It's not too overpowering is it?" I asked, raising another spoonful.

Roberto nodded. "Not at all."

"That's good." I said.

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Tuesday lunch.

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For me:
Turkey. Provolone. Dijon. Baguette.
Minestrone. Mason jar.
Apple. Paper towel.

For Roberto:
Ham. Turkey. Provolone. Dijon. Baguette.
BBQ chips.
Apple. Paper towel.

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17 comments:

  1. After roasting, veggies in soups is my favorite way to get my daily recommended dose. Especially if sprinkled cheese is involved. These are great photos--and I don't even like green beans!

    You're right--getting up in the darkness and sitting in a cubicle is for the birds.

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  2. Amen to the whole cubicle thing!! I have pretty pictures plastered all over to inspire me and keep me sane. :-) Your soup is BEAUTIFUL!!! :-)

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  3. We're not meant to sit in confined spaces all day, especially not in fall/winter when we get up and go home in darkness. I'm so pleased you found some colour and inspiration in your cooking. Beautiful soup. Let's enjoy the longer evenings while they last!

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  4. The soup looks gorgeous and comforting, but it was your linked 2009 post that tickled me. AbFab! Ihaven't thought of those girls in years. Time to put them in my Netflix queue : )

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  5. You're pulling at my heartstrings with this soup.

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  6. It is soup season, isn't it? I'm just about to experiment with a new one. Yours looks delicious.

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  7. Fennel, yes! An inspired addition. Didn't want to share the leftovers with Roberto for Tuesday's lunch, eh?

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  8. These are some of your best photos, yet, Tracy! Great spice sachet, too.
    Soup time is here, I just love it. Made a big pot this week--last of the tomatoes with kale, garlic, onions, and the most amazing carrots.

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  9. Great soup to usher in fall...if it ever really gets here.

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  10. elizabeth - I should have sprinkled some cheese!

    Tart - My cubicle is quite empty. Very uninspiring.

    Vanessa - I'll enjoy the longer evenings while they last, but the mornings are going to be rough :)

    Michele - I'm glad I'm not the only fan :)

    alexandria - Time for you to make some soup :)

    Denise - I'm seeing so many soups being blogged. It's inspiring.

    Jess - Soup leftovers are all mine. He's not much of a soup person...Unless you throw in some pasta :)

    nancy - Thanks :) Your big pot of soup sounds amazing.

    Wendi - Fall will arrive eventually...I just hope it sticks around for a bit before winter shows its face.

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  11. Tracy, this is so beautiful! As usual such stunning photos and just enough words! This is the perfect soup for the coming winter. I too had this exact conversation this morning when I hit the snooze button! I'm a big fennel fan too, I love adding it to roast potatoes & pumpkin soup x

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  12. I've never had minestrone soup. That sachet tip is great! Fennel has a powerful smell and taste but i like it. I have to try this soup of yours.
    Magda

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  13. Ah, minestrone! Beautiful food and beautiful photos. Such a wonderful dish for the colder months. Thanks for sharing this delightful recipe.

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  14. Lilly - I'll have to try this very same spice sachet next time I make pumpkin soup. Thanks for the idea :)

    Magda - I just finished the last of it today for lunch. It's wonderful. I hope you give it a try soon.

    Karen - Thank you, Karen :) It's perfect for colder days. Can't wait to make another batch.

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  15. you guys eat so well...I'm jealous!

    :)

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  16. God, what a beautiful Autumn inspired soup. Love it!

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  17. I love minestrone but I have only ever had it at restaurants. I should give it a go sometime. This looks beautiful!

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