We had quite the weekend! Some hiking, some decorating, some envelope opening (much more on that later after we share the news with our families on Thanksgiving!)… it’s enough to wear ya out.
Sunday was cold, in the 30’s all day. In the afternoon, everyone crashed, so I took advantage of the peace and quiet in the kitchen.
My favorite candle was lit and Christmas music was on (yes, I know, it’s too early. I caved). I sautéed onions and simmered tomatoes, knowing that only a creamy soup would do on a day like that.
It’s funny how the kitchen has become my personal haven. It wasn’t always that way, but now there isn’t much I savor more than a few uninterrupted hours of solitude and delicious smells. Stirring and tasting relaxes me and gives me time to explore my thoughts and reflect on this life that I’m grateful to live.
Whew, deep thoughts for a Sunday afternoon! Back to the soup…
It turned out to be exactly the creamy comfort we needed on a frigid November day.
Even Hailey got in on the action. I mixed her portion with brown rice, because soup + toddler = epic mess. She happily downed it.
I threw in a simply dressed salad and grilled cheese for David and me, which reminds me that I’ve been loving this simple homemade dressing lately.
And who couldn’t use a little more apple cider vinegar in their life? It is cold season after all!
What is your favorite soup for a cold day?
Amy @ Long Drive Journey says
That picture of David with the dog is absolutely precious. The soup looks pretty good too! 😉
Dominique @ That's What Domi Said says
Mmmm, I’m sitting here shivering in the morning cold and that soup looks fantastic! My standard comfort-food soup is this hamburger chowder (I promise it’s healthier than it sounds! haha) that my grandfather made for us whenever we’d visit.
Ashley@cupcakesncrunches says
I made a tomato & tortellini soup last night too! It was delicious & perfect for the chilly evening.
Can’t wait to read your big news after Thanksgiving! 🙂
Elizabeth @ My Neon Running Shoes says
I LOVE split pea soup. It’s so creamy! I’ve never even thought about making homemade tomato soup… I’ll have to give it a try! P.S. Totally stole your idea from Friday’s post. Loved it!
John J. says
I guess opening that envelope was exhausting for David! I’m sure the soup enlivened his usually peppy self.
Ali says
That tomato soup looks great! I like to eat either tomato soup or chili on cold days!
Jen says
Yum! This weather is not fun. Dying to know what you’re having!
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
Your Sunday looks very relaxing. Soup looks good, too!
I made this easy version of Split Pea Soup with Bacon & White Potatoes yesterday. It was sooo good! I’m looking forward to the leftovers.
Ashley says
I can’t wait for the BIG announcement!!! Thanks for the recipe. Looks delicious and I will definitely have to try. Picture of David and Koda is darling! Have a happy Monday
Marjorie says
I cannot wait for the envelope opening post! YAY! 🙂
Sarah says
I’ve been making a super easy lentil soup recipe from a Williams-Sonoma cookbook. It includes a couple slices of bacon that really take it to the next level. My husband, the Official Soup Hater, even loves it!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says
The kitchen has become my haven too, I love it! Nothing beats a quiet Sunday afternoon when everyone else crashed. 🙂
Matt @ Runner Savvy says
This needs a grilled cheese 🙂
Lindsey @ Whimsical Allure says
It’s never too early for Christmas music! That soup looks great, I am a huge Tomato Soup fan! Thanks for posting the recipe.