I'm on my street. I glance up and a warmth moves through my heart as I spot a small figure in the window. My tabby waits for me, unseeing but hoping, staring out into the darkness. I pull my keys from my case, breathing deeply one last time to savor the nippy, woodsy air.
I put my key in the lock. I'm home. The radiator hums; sending little puffs of hot air through my tiny place. I set my bag down on the kitchen counter, toss my jacket onto a nearby chair and kick off my shoes. My orange tabby rubs her head on my leg in greeting. I reach down and scratch her small head. She purrs. The warmth of my place envelopes my chilled frame as I make my way to the stove to turn on its small light.
My stomach rumbles; empty after a long day. I look out my small kitchen window and see the first flurries start to fall. They swirl through the air; undecided on their final landing spot, but melting slowly when the wind sets them gently down. There is only one answer for this hungry soul on a cold, snowy night.
Chicken Noodle Soup
- 2 teaspoons butter (5 cents)
- 1 cup sliced celery (10 cents)
- 1 cup chopped carrots (8 cents)
- 1/2 cup chopped onions (10 cents)
- 1 teaspoon thyme (1 cent)
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning (1 cent)
- 8 cups homemade chicken broth* (40 cents)
- 4 ounces egg noodles (20 cents)
- 2 cups diced boneless chicken pieces** (95 cents)
Soups on!
Makes approximately 10 servings.
Total cost: 1.90
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
*Store-bought will cost more. I have used bouillon with good results, and while you miss out some on the flavor, it is inexpensive and easy (and still good!)
**Price based on chicken thighs bought at 89 cents a pound. Use whatever you like.
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