One of the coolest things is reaching that stage in life when your children become your friends. Parents no longer need to constantly be teaching their kids, but can instead learn a few things from them.
Soups
Seafood Bisque
I love soup. That’s probably something I learned from my father, who could eat soup for every meal, all year long.
Yam & Salmon Chowder
One thing that bothers me about the state of Minnesota is the lack of oceanfront real estate. It’s more than a thousand miles every direction to reach a good ocean. We may have over 12,000 lakes, but not a single sea.
Italian Turkey and Ravioli Soup
The wind is howling, the temperature is dropping, the fire is crackling, the candles are glowing, and COMPANY IS COMING!
Farmers’ Market Soup
Contrary to popular belief, not all women like to shop. Some of us feel like pimply, awkward teenagers every time we walk into a mall, and our anxiety nearly blows through the roof. A trip to Macy’s can trigger hyperventilation (I love that word). But at least there is some order at Macy’s – black sweaters of every size hang on one rack. The next rack is a sea of bluejeans. I can handle that.
Chicken or Turkey Broth
Even though boneless, skinless meat is convenient, it lacks some of the flavour and tenderness you can get when cooking meat on the bone. The price per pound is ridiculous in comparison, too. My suggestion? Buy a whole chicken, or at least a turkey breast. More meat, more flavour, more meals, for less money.
Creamy Turkey & Fennel Soup
I love Thanksgiving. The turkey, family gatherings, laughter, turkey, seeing in-laws and new generations, and I really love the turkey. In fact, I’m not a huge fan of all the stuffing, gravies, cranberries, or green bean casseroles. It’s mostly the turkey I go for.
