It is Nov. 6 and much to many peoples surprise we are all still here. We woke up. Had coffee, got ourselves ready for work, school or enjoying a day off. Just like it was another day in our life. The political stress left on the people of the United States the past months have been immense. Polarizing us to levels I’ve never seen. Seems like it’s been a very long haul to this finish line. I know political season is always contentious. It’s a race, competition is involved, where egos, and power struggles play a big part. This year it seems civility has left the building. I look forward to no more negative adds. No more invasive text messages and emails so, we can continue breathing, living.
Sharing, teaching, and truly enjoying each other.
In the last few months, I have meet and been greeted by so many new people. Many I’m sure we will become great friends; kind, gracious and giving people. I’ve truly enjoyed meeting them and will look forward to new long relationships.
During Halloween it was great to see parents and children politely using words like excuse me. And thank you. Smiling to one another. It gives me confidence in building these new relationships and a renewed hope in humanity I’m certainly glad that we can get back to our humble lives and enjoy our neighbors and friends.
One of my favorite ways to get to know people is to share a meal with them. Nothing brings people together better than food. With the sounds and smells of fall, I’m excited that soup sounds so delicious. It always sounds good but in the colder months it seems to warm your soul and your body. I have a simple but delicious recipe for split pea soup I’d like to share. It always hits the spot. I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I do. And share it with a friend.
Very simple: Split pea soup
32 ounces dried split peas (pick through the peas to make sure there are not foreign pieces.)
2. tablespoons garlic salt
¼ cup chopped onion.
1 cup chopped carrots
1 smoked ham hock
Alternate meats you can use. Smoked sausages, bacon, smoked chicken, just chop it in small pieces
In 5.5 cup crock pot. Add all ingredients into pot. Then fill it with water to 1-inch from the top. Place lid on. And cook on high overnight. This might seem like a long time but you will be rewarded with a delicious thick soup.
In the morning the meat from the hock should fall off bone. Remove the bone.
Stir, and set on warm to have for lunch or dinner.
Serve with some warm bread. It will warm your soul.
Leftovers are great
David Theiss is owner of Butler Gourmet Meats. Serving Carson City for more than 50 years.