Sunday, October 19, 2008

Soup's On

It was definitely fall this weekend and there was a chill in the air, a perfect day for some homemade soup! So I decided to make Dorothy's chowder. Here's what I needed.

Put 2 cups diced potatoes, 3/4 cup finely chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped celery in a large pot. Add 2 1/2 cups boiling water and 1 teaspoon salt and cook. Meanwhile in medium saucepan melt 4 tablespoons buttter , then add 4 tablespoons flour and 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard. Stir and cook for a minute or so. Add 2 cups milk and 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce and stir until it thickens. Add some fresh ground pepper.

Add the milk mixture, 1 cup canned whole tomatoes cut into chunks, and 1 tablespoon parsely (I didn't have any) to the cooked vegetables. By the time you've got the milk ready the vegetables are cooked enough. Add 1 cup grated cheese. I prefer sharp cheddar but this time I used mozzerella because that's what I had. Stir occasionally until it's hot and ready to serve. Ladle into soup bowls and it's ready to eat. My husband likes lots fresh ground pepper on his. A nice hot meal to warm us on a cool fall day.

Hope you had a good weekend.

Rhondi xo

25 comments:

  1. Hi, Rhondi. It looks yummy. It has turned cold here in Zone 6 and I can only imagine how comforting this dish will be on a chilly evening.

    Best. Joanie

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  2. I love soup and I love soup weather. I'm gonna try this one. Thanks for the recipe. Mimi

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  3. Hi Rhondi!
    Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe, can't wait to try it!
    Carol

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  4. Rhondi,
    I just found your site through someone who mentioned your site on Inspired Houses. I just love it. Your posts are wonderful and I love all the photos with bible verses on them. Could you let me know where you happen to find them. I am always looking for pictures for my blog. I have only been blogging since May so many things are new to me. Thank you for your inspirational words and your Christian message. Blessings....Sherry

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  5. This looks so delicious and not too hard to make. Sounds perfect for a cool night.
    Holley

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  6. I do love a good chowder! Although I have to use corn starch or potatoes to thicken it instead of flour, but I don't think that makes a significant difference.

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  7. Wow, this looks really good. Yesterday I made my Mom's receipe of Potatoe Soup. It is sooo good too. Have a great day. Hope you have leftovers, I do.
    Nancy

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  8. This looks delicious!! Im so hungry right now, lol, I wish I could reach in and grab a bite! I have to add this to my "to-do" list, looks scrumptious !! and btw, Rhondi, your new header picture is so cozy! love it!!!

    ~ hugs ~ Cynthia

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  9. This looks delicious. I made soup yesterday, too. Mine was Cuban Bean Soup. We've been having it since I was a young child, and we still love it.

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  10. What a delicious soup that looks. My husband loves soup so I may try it out for him.
    Thank you for your visit Rhondi and for putting me on your list, I appreciate that.

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  11. Oh I LOVE homemade soup.... that looks so yummy...... fresh bread too? There is nothing better....
    Thanks for adding me to your side bar : )
    HUgs
    Linda

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  12. Well that looks so yummy. But your blog header is the cutest! Is it new? I would have noticed that red and white before now surely. The teaset - I would hide that because I might come and steal it. And that quilt - holy cow. Sweeeet.

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  13. Hi! that looks so yummy!nice pictures

    visit me anytime!

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  14. Oh, this soup looks so good. My hubby likes lots of pepper too. Thank you for sharing....hugs, Linda

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  15. Rhondi, that soup looks perfect for these colder days we are now getting. It looks delicious!

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  16. Your soup looks delicious we could do with it here in Ireland to-day it is freezing cold!!!!!! Marie x

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  17. It is warm and sunny here but I think I shall take a bowl of that soup to eat over my computer for lunch! (I know you should never have liquids near a computer, but...) I am enjoying the music as I scroll down your lovely blue blog.

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  18. Hi Rhondi!
    What a nice surprise, to find your wonderful blog!
    We met last March at Asilomar with Gwen Marston and Freddy Moran. Since then I've moved to Charlotte and I will certainly look forward to connecting with you again!

    Pat Stewart-Jolin - my real name - and I was seated across the table from you!

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  19. I love soup; specially in winter, and I should certainly try this one! thank YOU, Rhondi! and by the way, I love your new blog banner.... very lovely.

    Wishing you a happy tuesday and rest of the week.

    cielo

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  20. Rhondi, it looks delicious...I must give your recipe a try..thank you!

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  21. YUM!
    Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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  22. Rhondi, that looks and sounds sooo good! Thanks for sharing the recipe. And your quilt in the previous post is beautiful...
    xo
    P

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  23. Hi Rhondi,
    I've been reading your blog for awhile. You are one of the reasons that I started blogging,and I am very thankful to you. I so enjoy all of your comments and pictures,and of course the scripture verses that you use. And of all things,I too live in this wonderful state of N.C.

    The soup looks delicious,I am a soup eater year round,and am always looking for new recipes.

    The pictures of your home and your quilts are outstanding.

    Blessings,
    Sue

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  24. Hi Rhondi,
    I've been reading your blog for awhile. You are one of the reasons that I started blogging,and I am very thankful to you. I so enjoy all of your comments and pictures,and of course the scripture verses that you use. And of all things,I too live in this wonderful state of N.C.

    The soup looks delicious,I am a soup eater year round,and am always looking for new recipes.

    The pictures of your home and your quilts are outstanding.

    Blessings,
    Sue

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  25. Thanks for the soup. Sounds wonderful. Have fun in Texas.
    Brenda

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Hi
Thanks so very much for taking the time to leave a comment. I always read every one. I am glad you stopped by for a visit. Hope you'll come again!
Rhondi