The former is somewhat, but not entirely, surprising. You see, at practically any other opportunity I opt for dark chocolate - the darker and more intense, the better. When I lose my sense of taste though, intensity doesn't do it for me and instead, I'm after a physical reaction. The more sugar and fat, the greater and quicker the physical high.
Thankfully, my German mum came to the rescue during my time of need and, without even being told of my ailing condition, sent me a huge parcel or German goodies containing, among other things, enough milk chocolate to feed a small village.
My other default comfort food is chicken soup. I've been a fan of chicken soup since...well...probably since being in utero. My Nana was the best chicken souper of all time - the queen of kreplach, the matzah ball messiah, if you will. Since her passing, my mum has inherited those titles. Though I try to contest, I'm resigned to the fact that I will never be able to top her soup. But that doesn't stop me trying!
I cooked up a big batch of chicken soup over the weekend. I don't really follow a recipe, but simply throw a chicken frame or two into a big soup pot, along with chopped carrots, celery, a parsnip, onions, parsley and 3-ish litres of water. After it comes to the boil, I skim off the layer of fat that rises to the surface, whack in a stock cube (to intensify the flavour) and leave it simmering for a good few hours (at least 3 - more, if possible).
While it doesn't look pretty (my mum always peels her carrots and strains her soup, resulting in a much more aesthetically pleasant consommé), it tasted fantastic. I love my chicken soup with noodles or matzah balls (as pictured above). Mind you, these are cheat, packet matzah balls and they're really best made from scratch.
Best bit of all of this? I'm feeling better - woop! Who said chicken soup's medicinal properties is only folklore, eh?
hope you're feeling better soon x
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lisa! :)
DeleteI read in some science mag that chicken soup does have genuine medicinal properties. I don't remember anything more than that tho!
ReplyDeleteDo I spy a bar of white Lindt choc with whole almonds in that haul? I believe it is also scientifically proven that it is impossible to board a plane from Deutschland without at least two of those in one's luggage. (It couldn't be just me, surely?)
Yes, my doctor once recommended chicken soup for me when I came in for a medical certificate (for a cold). I looked into it and there seems to be some evidence that it actually works, though it's not conclusive. In any case, it can't be bad for you, right?!
DeleteExcellent eyes - white Lindt indeed! On the way back from my second trip to Germany, I had to actually pull out my chocolate haul at customs, as the officials were shocked that a person could/would bring back so much! ;)
Reminds me of returning home to Japan from NZ. I decided to use up my leftover dollars on a load of chocolate at the airport shop. The bloke on the till goes "sweet tooth?" Cringe cringe "oh but I can't get this in..." Bluster bluster...
DeleteLooks like the best combination of food ever! You are making us hungry. ;) Thanks for sharing! Xo, M&K at brewedtogether.com
ReplyDeleteGlad I could be of assistance then, Kaleb and Marilyn! ;)
DeleteJust checked out your blog - it's fantastic! A great blend of all things I love - food, DIY, design etc. - thanks for commenting! :)