Back to cooking basics

I love cooking and baking.  I find it therapeutic and relaxing.

But when you're busy at work and don't have a lot of time to think of recipes to try or to spend time grocery shopping, you end up making the same tried and tested meals.  Not that there's anything wrong with that but I was feeling like I was stuck in a rut.  Same non-exciting meals made in a rush with no care or effort.

Last weekend I said no to some social engagements and decided to clean out my pantry and tried to use up some stuff in my fridge/freezer.  I'd heard of using sour cream in muffins before so I thought I'd try it out with some leftover frozen berries.  They actually turned out really moist and fluffy.

Last night I made some fish pot pies which I washed down with some freshly squeezed watermelon, carrot and ginger juice.  I love ginger in fresh juice!

And today I decided to make some chicken and vegetable soup as I'm feeling a little under the weather.  How have I never made this before?!?!?  It's so tasty and easy on my upset tummy.

The best part is it only cost me $10 for about 3L worth of soup.  Bargain!