BP, this "slick" move is for you . . .

I love summer, and being a part of this CSA is one of its many highlights. Of course, right around now the time comes when I struggle to remember what I should be doing with all this kale. A more well-informed and responsible person might spend some time doing a bit of research, testing recipes, getting outside advice, and so forth. But tonight, I thought I would just go for it. After all, what's the worst thing that can happen??? BP-scale disaster?? Not bloody likely.

So I decided to make some soup. I often make tortilla soup during the winter months, but I don't really follow a recipe. I start by sauteing some onion, garlic, and maybe a jalapeno pepper or two. I add carrots, then some broth (chicken or vegetable, depending on what I have on hand), and whatever else sounds good. Then the seasoning game begins . . . salt, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, maybe brown sugar, adobo, black pepper, etc. The most important thing is to cut some corn tortillas into strips and fry them up in salt and oil (not petroleum). They taste great on top of the final product along with some shredded cheese.

Tonight, I made a very slick move---I simply added chopped kale to the almost finished product. Satisfying, crowd-pleasing, healthy, and hearty. AND good for the environment. Take that, BP!