Scenes from Thanksgiving (and a recipe!)

The kids work on a craft to keep them busy

We add the last leaves to our Thanksgiving tree

Zanna makes Cranberry bread from the book "Cranberry Thanksgiving"

The kids table is set for the evening meal

The table is set for our soon to arrive guests!

Bring on the turkey! Note to self: next year buy turkey in States for  $.69/lb as opposed to the $2.99/lb I spent.

Looking for a way to reinvent turkey dinner leftovers? Remembering last years trip to England, I was inspired by a soup I had from Marks and Spencers - a seasonal variety called Christmas Soup. Since our family doesn't usually have turkey for Christmas, I've renamed my version "Thanksgiving Soup". The result was yummy!!!!

Thanksgiving Soup

Chicken broth - enough to fill your stockpot to about 3/4'ths full

1 onion, carrot and celery finely chopped

1 cup (or more if you want meatier) chopped leftover turkey

Let this come to a boil and simmer covered until veggies have softened (about 30 min)

Add to pot:

1 cup leftover stuffing

1/2 tsp sage

1/2 tsp savoury

2 tsp Bisto turkey flavoured gravy granules

Simmer another 20 min.  Salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!

What to serve with this? Try a baguette spread with warmed brie and leftover cranberries on top. Viola!