Monday Bunday

31 03 2008

Just not quite comfy enough…

Comfy!

I need a ‘Bro pillow… perfect!

Bro pillow

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What to do on a Sunday afternoon???  Make cotton ruffle dishcloths. Do you think I should offer these for donations like I’ve done with squiggles in the past? Would anyone be interested?Round foofy dishcloth


DKM Nosh  What to do with a pound of leeks?1lb. of leeks

Saute away!

Leeks

Alton’s Leek Potato Soup 

1 pound leeks, cleaned and dark green sections removed, approximately 4 to 5 medium
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil if Vegan)
Heavy pinch kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning
14 ounces, approximately 3 small, Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced small (I used Fingerling potatoes with skins on)
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream (Or use a Vegan version)
1 cup buttermilk (If Vegan - use 1 cup soymilk with 1 tbsp white vinegar or lemon juice and allowing to sit for 5 minutes)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon snipped chives (I’m out of chives so I tossed on Thyme)

Chop the leeks into small pieces. In a 6-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the leeks and a heavy pinch of salt and sweat for 5 minutes. Decrease the heat to medium-low and cook until the leeks are tender, approximately 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the potatoes and the vegetable broth, increase the heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and gently simmer until the potatoes are soft, approximately 45 minutes.

Turn off the heat and puree the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream, buttermilk, and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Sprinkle with chives and serve immediately, or chill and serve cold.

Cook my lovely!

Cooking away

Enjoy!

Potato Leek Soup


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22 responses to “Monday Bunday”

30 03 2008
Cheysuli (19:56:16) :

A bun has got to hold out for that perfect rest spot I think.

The woman was all over that soup… I don’t know why.

30 03 2008
KC (21:07:15) :

Mommie said now that she’s seen tha soup, she can’t remember the furrst part of the post. :: nudges Mommie ML ::
O yeah, it was tha adorable bunnies.
An tha crocheted cotton dishcloths are supposed to be great, she almost ordered some off ebay. but she said she’s not seen any that purrty wif ruffles. Your’s would look nice when they wasn’t being used.
Purrs, KC

31 03 2008
Dragonheart & Merlin (00:06:16) :

Oh yes, brothers make great pillows. :)

31 03 2008
Parker (02:01:30) :

A bro pillow! I bet it’s very soft and comfy!

31 03 2008
Gandalf & Grayson (02:44:17) :

We also do bro-pillow! Sometimes, it’s just the right comfy cushion!

31 03 2008
Eric and Flynn (05:32:15) :

Bruvvers make the best pillows. Mum’s just going to the garden to pull some leeks. We don’t know why.

31 03 2008
Scooby, Shaggy & Scout (07:37:49) :

We think we want some wabbits! They are absolutely soooo cute!!!!!

31 03 2008
Team Tabby (09:02:01) :

Our mom uses those round dishcloths as trivets for hot dishes on da table. Ruffly ones would look very nice too.

Great pictures, you guys are so good at snuggling together!

Mindy & Moe

31 03 2008
Tybalt (09:28:23) :

You buns just get cuter and cuter!

31 03 2008
FrecklesandDeb (09:48:51) :

Cozy looking bunns! Delicious soup! What more could you want???

31 03 2008
FrecklesandDeb (09:50:58) :

Cozy looking bunns! Yummy soup! What more could anyone want???

31 03 2008
fivecats (10:05:42) :

Having someone else, especially your bro, to be your pillow is good.

31 03 2008
Kerry (10:30:50) :

Looks like yum soup! I just had soup for lunch, but wasn’t as yum as yours looks.

Love the Monday Bunday!

Kerry

31 03 2008
lola (11:26:01) :

too cute! (the cuddling that is)

31 03 2008
The Devil Dog (14:31:53) :

Ummmmmm, I think I will stick to the broccoli.

Roxy

31 03 2008
Rocky, Angie, & S'more (16:01:57) :

Rocky, Angie, & S’more here - Ms. Diva Kitty sure is pretty! We are two Himalayan kitties (Rocky & Angie) and a Tortie - S’more. The bunnies look very sweet, too! :)

Mom here - What an awesome blog! I am a vegetarian and I love the recipes!

I’m so glad we found you! :)

Rocky, Angie, S’more & our Mommy, Karen :)

31 03 2008
Morning Scratch (16:25:31) :

I love crochet dish clothes. I love leeks. I love soup. I love Alton.

-The Investor

(I love bunnies, too)

31 03 2008
Mickey (17:18:02) :

Thank heaven for brothers!! Those dishcloths look cool(Mom says) She also likes the soup :)
Purrs Mickey

31 03 2008
Rabbits' Guy (17:51:39) :

For some of us, that post has it all!!!!

31 03 2008
archi ann (20:11:45) :

you guys sure do look cozy as ever! nice nosh too though i’d prefer mine raw!

2 04 2008
It's all Good. (11:54:46) :

I’ll have to try that soup. What’s that recipe again? Oh right, first you take a potato, and then you take a leek… ;-)

2 04 2008
The Fluffy tribe (18:04:50) :

I love watching Alton Brown’s show. I get so many good ideas and he helps explain how all the chemistry and stuff works in a fun way. I’ve been thinking about making my own dishcloths. Do they hold up well with the washing? I’ve never used crocheted ones before? I like the one you made. ~Mom Jane of the FLuffy Tribe

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