This is the last really big haul I did from the garden at the end of August. I've since brought in even more tomatoes and quite a few carrots. The carrots are still going strong, so we bring some into the house every few days. The Lipstick peppers were super-flavourful, and I'm sad I couldn't encourage the plant to put out any more of them before the weather turned.
This is the result of our most recent visit to the local farmer's market. Clockwise, from left to right we have eggplants, cheese & herb sourdough bread, nectarines, eggs, sweet long peppers, artisan pork sausages, wild blueberries and strawberries.
In addition to this, we are still receiving our local produce delivery basket. In short, we are still drowning in produce, even though it is now fall. Root veggies are starting to appear as well, and we have had a surplus of potatoes. I haven't even bothered to dig any of the potatoes I planted earlier this year, since we've been getting so many in our deliveries, although I'm going to have to do it soon.
Combine the abundance of potatoes in our life with the fact that both partner & I have managed to get ourselves the first colds of the season at the same time, and the end result is crock-pot potato soup. I did not take any photos, because I didn't think to do so before dinner, and there was none left afterward.
In addition to this, we are still receiving our local produce delivery basket. In short, we are still drowning in produce, even though it is now fall. Root veggies are starting to appear as well, and we have had a surplus of potatoes. I haven't even bothered to dig any of the potatoes I planted earlier this year, since we've been getting so many in our deliveries, although I'm going to have to do it soon.
Combine the abundance of potatoes in our life with the fact that both partner & I have managed to get ourselves the first colds of the season at the same time, and the end result is crock-pot potato soup. I did not take any photos, because I didn't think to do so before dinner, and there was none left afterward.
To make some yourself, you will need:
3-4 large potatoes, washed & cubed
1 large carrot, diced
1 medium handful of chives, finely chopped
1 vegetable bouillion cube
1/2 tsp ground rosemary
salt & pepper to taste
milk (approximately 1-2 cups)
sour cream & more chives to garnish, should you so desire
Put everything in the crock-pot except for the milk. Add enough water to cover the vegetables, turn the crock-pot to low, and walk away.
When you return home from work/errands/lounging on the couch/etc, 6-8 hours later, blend the soup up (I have an immersion blender. If you are using a regular blender, be sure to do it in batches and keep an eye & a hand on the lid). Add milk until you get the consistency you like. If necessary, warm gently until heated back to your desired temperature.
Serve with the garnishes of your choice.
I know it is similar to the potato & leek soup I've posted previously, but this version requires so much less effort. I hope you enjoy!
