GUF!! What a night that was!! PayPal was a madhouse this evening! We are so sorry that we cannot have everyone come the Summit. Maybe next year we can double the space!? We’re excited those of you who were able to snag a ticket in August 🙂
Work was long today – I was missing the sunshine!! Lunch held me over well, but I started to grumble before an appointment so I had a few bites of this LaraBar before, but I didn’t have time to finish it. When the appointment was over at 5:30 I was hungry for another bite, but then I ended up putting it away because I knew I’d spoil my appetite. So glad I did because I was all warmed up for dinner!
Dinner was souper exciting!!
I bought this huge bag of avocados super cheap at Costco and needed a recipe to use them in. I went over to MyRecipes.com, which is a compilation of recipes from many of my favorite magazines like Real Simple and Cooking Light and found this avocado soup, which I actually remember from a magazine earlier this spring!
This was the. easiest. recipe. ever!! (Because I did modify it to leave out the shrimp, which we didn’t have).
My version contained:
- 2 avocados
- 2 cups chicken stock (one of the keys)
- 1 cup navy beans
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 lemon
- Shake pepper
- Dash Tabasco
I left out the water because we like thick soups. Garnished with more hot sauce, pepper and GOAT CHEESE!!
It was thick and fabulous. A small portion (about 1.25 cups per serving based on dividing this by 4) but very filling too.
On the side we rocked some Pop Chips. I like to eat soups with things that dip!
This was a new cheddar flavor they sent me to sample, and it was my favorite flava yet!!
After dinner Matt and I went for a walk. We used to go walking every night last summer and the one before that, but now that he has to get in bed so early we miss out. I’m glad we were able to get one in, as I love walking together 🙂 We talked about the future of KERF!
Then the Summit Registration happened and things went downhill. I’ve JUST NOW finished working on stuff. I’m so ready for the weekend and some R&R. I have a short to-do list tomorrow and then I’m hoping to finally be able to read a book.
Nite!
Help Meghan Run says
That soup looks great, and I don’t even like avocado that much! Thanks for all your hard work on the HLS…I got a ticket, phew! 🙂
HelpMeghanRun.com
Ryane says
Aww I was SO bummed! I couldn’t get home in time enough anyways to run into the paypal issues… just the sold out one!
Keep us non-ticketers updated on the “unofficial” activities as things get planned – it’d still be cool to do a dinner sat night or run or whatever ideas have been thrown around!
Lynn (The Actors Diet) says
Man, you ladies are like rock stars, selling out so soon. Congrats!
Daria (Summer of the CSAs) says
I second Ryane – even though I didn’t get a ticket I’ll be in Boston, so I’d love to join some of the “unofficial” stuff if possible. I hope you can double the space next year. That would be awesome!
Emily says
That soup looks fantastic!! 🙂
Way to go on selling out the tickets! I vote having it in Atlanta next year so my mom, sister, and I can go… 😉
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
Wow, that soup looks so thick and delicious! I can’t say I’ve ever heard of avocado soup, but you definitely pulled that recipe off!
That’s so sweet that the two of you got to spend a loving evening walk together. Walking is such a nice way to relax and have a good chat.
Hope tomorrow is a relaxing day for you!
Chels says
YES! Tickets purchased! We’re excited for the Summit! See you in August! 🙂
(and I need to try those chips asap!)
-Chels
Tay says
That soup looks FABULOUS!! Such a great idea. I’ll have to try it out!
Foodie (Fab and Delicious Food) says
The soup looks very good!
Yay for a nice walk!
Joelle (Chasing Pavements) says
I agree with the others who talked about unofficial activties– I didn’t get a ticket either, sadly! Congrats on selling out though!
Caroline says
Two of my favorite things: Chocolate Coconut Larabars & avocado.
I’d gladly finish that Larabar for you;)
Kate says
I hope you were talking about good things for the future of KERF! 😉 Congratulations on the success of the summit so far- makes me wish I lived on your side of the world.
Katharina says
I went on a walk with my dad today as well! We waited till the sun was almost down, otherwise it’s waaaay too hot! The temperature was perfect and it’s so soothing. Definitely a nice way to end the day.
Elizabeth says
Thanks for the soup recipe… I love me some avacados! 🙂
Need any grunt labor to set things up for the Summit? 😉 I’m soooo bummed I got caught up in the glitch. I’m jealous of all you people with tickets!
Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats says
That soup…sounds incredible! What a unique combo – avocado and goat cheese – yummy!! I absolutely love summer evening walks with my husband too – one of our favorite things to do together!
Kathleen says
I wasn’t home and so I arranged with my Dad for him to buy them. He said that it would bring him to the paypal login and then just bring him to the account but no option to buy anything. I told him to keep trying and it kept happening. I got home at 8:18 p.m. and tried myself and it was sold out. So disappointed, oh well. And to think we are going to be in the area anyway because we are visiting friends moving down there. If there are going to be any impromptu events Saturday or Sunday, please let us know. We are doing the 5 hour drive in any event. Thanks.
Teddy says
Congrats on your Summit Success thus far!!
The soup looks great. I can see it turning into a great soup for toppings. You could make a BLT-Avocado soup with right toppings and bread to dip in it. YUM! I’m going to have to try that.
Teddy
Amanda says
Wow – I guess the summit popularity just goes to show what a great idea it is!! Hopefully this will turn into something bigger in the future. HAPPY FRIDAY!!!
Rachel says
Maybe I’ll head over to myrecipes…I tend to go with a lot of old standbys – new inspiration is a good thing…and that soup looks yummy!
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
Soup looks fantastic! What a great way to enjoy avocado 😉 Super bummed I couldn’t get a ticket to the summit! Maybe next year 😉
Stacey says
Aw. I hope you get to read your book tomorrow 🙂 I have never had advocado…..but it’s on my list of things to try!
leslie says
i’ve been obsessed with avocados lately – this is a must try!
thank you for the time and effort you and everyone has put into the summit, kath. i’m really excited for it!
JENNA says
yum. that soup looks interesting, did you it eat cold or warm?
Meghan@traveleatlove says
My paypal payment went through, so I think I am in! So exciting!
That soup looks awesome. It is FINALLY getting summery here in Boston so I will have to try it!
Ada says
That soup looks great! Paypal was not working for me 🙁 hopefully it will go better next time!
Recipes for Creativity says
That soup looks delicious!
brandi says
that soup looks great! I love avocados.
Stacy (Eating To Live Love Laugh Tri) says
Late night walks with my husband are one of the best parts of the summer. There is just something so refreshing and romantic about them! Glad you were able to enjoy one last night.
Katie says
Kath,
I just had a random question. My husband and I went to the movies last night and I managed to completely overdo it on the popcorn, and by overdo it I mean almost an entire container. It wasn’t the biggest and I did not add the butter, but with the popcorn I honestly just can’t stop. I was just wondering if there are or have ever been times when you felt you completely overdid it and how you counteracted the next day or so?
Thanks,
KT
Barbara says
Oh Avacado..hello lover! That soup looks like creamy perfection:)
Whitney says
Thanks for all your hard work! I am so excited for Boston!
I made your ww yogurt pancakes this morning and MY GOD! They were better than any pancake I have EVER had! More kudos to you lovely lady!
Adventures of Alice says
How exciting the summit is all sold out! I definitely want to try this avocado soup–looks excellent.
Mrs. Myers @ Eat Move Write says
I wish I could convince my husband to go on more walks with me! Your soup looks lovely. We like thick soups too. Have a fabulous weekend!!!
Becci says
I never would have thought of avacado soup! I guess I need to learn to think outside of the box when it comes to “exotic” fruits and veggies!
Sues says
Those chips look awesome!! I’ve never heard of them before.
I’m pretty sure I got my ticket- my paypal account was charged at least… Can’t wait!!
Sues
ashley says
avacado soup? get out! that looks great.
Kate says
How many calories are in the soup do you suppose?
Kate says
Ha, nevermind, I saw it on the link!
Emily L. says
Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Avocado soupppppp
Beth (CrossBorderCravings.wordpress.com) says
That soup looks soooo good! Def. trying out that one very soon!
Kath says
Guys who couldn’t register:
Although you cannot attend the cocktail party or summit on Saturday, we will be around Saturday night and Sunday and, of course, you are more than welcome to meet up with us. It’s too bad that we are limited to 125 tickets, but the truth is we just don’t have the budget or even one more ticket. We wish everyone could come! Also, parts of the summit will be streamed live on the Summit’s website.
JENNA ,
Room temp!
Katie ,
I def. go overboard at times – just look back in blog history! I just eat as fresh as possible the next day and don’t eat desserts/alcohol if I’m at home.
Kath
Jess says
I love avocado so much and that looks just amazing! I need to join Costco!
Amanda4Sensei says
I am drooling over that avocado soup. I need to make that, it look so smooth and delicious. I love Pop chips, I think I may have tried ever single flavor!! They are addicting!
Erin says
I remember seeing that recipe too. The shrimp would be tasty, or just as you made it too. LOVE avocado!
Nicole (dishin') says
I’ve been meaning to make a cold soup this summer…this might be the one. Looks awesome!
Jenn Eats Nutritiously Now says
That soup looks so GOOD. And I haven’t been a fan of the past Pop chips flavors but I may have to try those.
Sarah says
That soup sounds great, I’m going to have to make that for my girl’s on potluck night!
Biz says
Pretty sure you had me at “dash of Tabasco!” 😀
klm says
I want to EAT that soup!!
Raya says
That soup lookS AMAZING!!! I LOOOOOOVE avocado. Might be tryin’ that this weekend 😀
Jess says
I love making avocado soup. I’ll have to post the story of the first time I tried to make it on my blog later today, since I don’t want to hog your whole comment space, but it was both hilarious and disastrous to say the least!
Love your spoon. Too cute!
Yesenia says
My mouth is watering, So excited to make this soup!! 😀