The blogging comminuty is a truly special place. Through it we get to be a part of a group of people who really do support each other and despite some of the downfalls, make each other feel welcomed and loved. That is certainly how I felt after my last 2 posts. Thank you for all of the support and well wishes from the blogging community and of course, from my friends and family.
Yesterday I had a relaxing day off which I spent recovering from the half. I did some yoga, from which I thought I was cured…until an hour later when I went back to hobbling along. Then I went with my cousin to get a very long pedicure and manicure. So worth every penny.
For lunch I reheated some sweet potato leek soup I made. I found leeks at Trader Joe’s and figured I’d make a soup out of them. Most leek soups are filled with butter and cream, so I reduced the butter and left out the cream. Perfection.
Ingredients Melt butter on medium heat in a large soup pot. When melted add leeks and a heavy pinch of sea salt and let leeks sweat for 5 minutes. Lower the heat to medium low and let cook until the leeks are soft, for about 10 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and broth to the pot and let simmer until soft. Turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup. Add sea salt and black pepper to taste.
with some Mary's Gone Crackers
This soup is quick and easy with a short ingredient list. I’m a big fan. It is pretty filling and even more so when eaten with some crackers.
Oh another note, I know many of you know I am currently enrolled in the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. I am loving every second and learning so much. Occasionally they send me emails about special offers and since I wish I knew about these when I was going to enroll, I thought I’d share it with all of you. If you are thinking of enrolling, this may give you the push you need.
If you are interested in recieving a “Grad-itude” bag from IIN email or contact me for more information ([email protected]) . The gift bag includes:
- Clean Start Cookbook - written by graduate Terry Walter
- Gnosis SuperChoc Chocolate Bar - created with love by graduate Vanessa Barg (aka Chocolate Girl)
- toLiveby apparel’s “Eat Real Food” Tote - created by graduate Amanda May
- Intensati DVD - lead by former student Patricia Moreno
- Purely Elizabeth Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix - created by graduate Elizabeth Stein
- *Bonus: The Detox Box - created by Integrative Nutrition guest speaker Mark Hyman, MD
Have an amazing day!
After work I’ll be heading to the gym to do some walking on the treadmill to get moving.
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I love leek soup! I’ve never had it with sweet potatoes though. Can’t wait to try this!
Yum! I bet leeks and sweet potatoes are a delicious combination!
That grad-itude bag sounds awesome!
Bring some soup over for me =] that looks yummy, the perfect consistency!
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