Soup & Story

2 tablespoons butter&nbsp; 1 medium onion, chopped&nbsp;&nbsp; 1 stalk celery, chopped&nbsp; 2 cloves garlic, chopped&nbsp; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or parsley&nbsp; 6 cups peas, fresh or frozen&nbsp; ½ cup water&nbsp; 4 cups chicken broth, or vegetable broth&nbsp; 1/2 cup half-and-half (optional)&nbsp; ½ teaspoon salt&nbsp;

Step 1 Heat butter and oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat until the butter melts. Add onion and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 4 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and thyme (or parsley); cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Step 2 Stir in peas. Add water and broth; bring to a lively simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a lively simmer and cook until very tender, about 1 minute. Step 3 Puree the soup in batches in a blender until smooth. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids.) Stir in half-and-half (if using), salt and pepper.

1 package yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups flour 1 egg extra salt for the tops- large salt works best!

Preheat your oven to 425°F Mix yeast, water, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the flour, and knead until the dough is smooth. Shape into the form of arms crossed in prayer and place it on a baking sheet. Bake at 425°F&nbsp;for 15 minutes.

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If you were in Virtual Children's Chapel this year, you probably saw the week where we made this awesome bread together. It really is simple! Follow the instructions on <a href="https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/homemade-artisan-bread/">Sally's Baking Addiction</a>, or watch me bake it <a href="https://youtu.be/xfbIu_uQp78">here</a>.

3&nbsp;and 1/4 cups (460g) flour&nbsp;, plus more for hands and pan 2 teaspoons&nbsp;instant yeast 2 teaspoons&nbsp;coarse salt&nbsp;(see note) 1&nbsp;and 1/2 cups (360ml)&nbsp;cool water optional:&nbsp;cornmeal for dusting pan

Read: Matthew 5:14-16 Learn: Winter can be cold and dark. Spring is a time where we think of sunshine and flowers blooming. Jesus is called the Light of the World. Jesus told his disciples to be a light in the world too and make a difference. Reflect: So where do you shine? Where do others see you shine? What do you think you are good at? What is your talent? How can you encourage someone to see the good in themselves? . How do you let your light shine? Find meaning: We chose a __________________ to represent what this passage means to us. Leave your symbol somehwhere in your home that you will see it often and remember this story.

Read: John 13 Learn: Because Jesus was fully human, he gets us, understands us from inside our skin, and knows from experience that we’re each capable of great things, Godly things. No matter what we do, he keeps on inviting us to join us in his work which has become our own. Jesus knows that we can do good things on earth, just like he did. Reflect: In Lent, we are counting down 40 days until Easter. What can you do to be more like Jesus at home? At school? Everywhere? How can we live like Jesus? Find meaning: We chose a __________________ to represent what this passage means to us. Leave your symbol somehwhere in your home that you will see it often and remember this story.

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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 3 carrots, chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 medium Roma or vine tomatoes, diced ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons white wine 1½ cups&nbsp;cannelloni beans (or 2 cans) 4 cups vegetable broth 3 large lacinato kale leaves, thinly sliced, coarse stems removed 4 thick slices stale ciabatta bread, cubed balsamic vinegar, for drizzling ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese, optional sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and pinches of salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in the carrots, rosemary, and garlic. Cook for about 4 more minutes, reducing the heat if necessary to avoid burning the garlic. Add the tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and another few pinches of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for about 15 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and juicy. Add the wine and let it cook off, about 1 minute. Stir in the beans, and then add the vegetable broth. Simmer until the carrots are tender, 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once the carrots are tender, stir in the kale, the cubed bread, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. Simmer for several more minutes until the kale is wilted. Season to taste and serve hot in large bowls. Shave fresh Parmesan cheese on top, if desired.

1 tablespoon&nbsp;olive oil 3&nbsp;carrots, peeled and diced half of an&nbsp;onion, diced 3&nbsp;cloves&nbsp;garlic, minced 8–10&nbsp;cups&nbsp;chicken broth 1 cup&nbsp;orzo 3-ish cups&nbsp;cooked chicken&nbsp;(I use shredded rotisserie chicken) 3&nbsp;eggs juice of&nbsp;3–4&nbsp;lemons&nbsp;(about&nbsp;1/2 cup) a handful of&nbsp;fresh spinach 1 1/2 teaspoons&nbsp;salt lots of freshly&nbsp;ground pepper as much&nbsp;fresh dill&nbsp;as you can handle *Note, if you kids can't handle the lemon flavor, just leave it and it will taste just like regular chicken soup. You could even sub noodles for orzo.

Base:&nbsp;Heat large soup pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil. Add the carrots, onion, and garlic. Saute until fragrant and tender, about 10 minutes. (Be careful not to burn the garlic.) Orzo:&nbsp;Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Add the orzo and cook for a few minutes until softened. Stir in the chicken and remove from heat. Eggs:&nbsp;Whisk the eggs and lemon juice together in a small bowl. The idea here is to warm up the egg mixture slowly (without scrambling the eggs). Slowly add a scoop of the soup into the egg mixture. Then add your warmed egg mixture back to the soup pot –&nbsp;slowly, slowly, slowly,&nbsp;stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy.&nbsp; Final touches:&nbsp;Finish by stirring in your spinach, salt, pepper, and dill and adjust seasonings to taste! - From Tasteofyum.com

Read: Mark 1 Learn: Between his baptism and the beginning of his adult ministry, Jesus went into the wilderness for 40 days&nbsp;‘to be tested’.&nbsp;The desert is a dangerous place and Jesus was hungry, cold, and tired. He was also tempted and tormented, but he didn’t give up. Reflect: When things get tough, how do we remember God is there for us? What constitutes wilderness in your life? What have you learned there? What might you learn there? Read the story of Jesus wandering in the desert, then open the sand and touch it. Find meaning: We chose a __________________ to represent what this passage means to us. Leave your symbol somehwhere in your home that you will see it often and remember this story.

Read: Matthew 12:31-32 and Matthew 13:33 Learn: Watching the growth of flower seeds reminds us of the miracle of hope and transformation that is coming in the promise of Easter. The seeds change; they decay as they transform into a new life&nbsp;– a new life that we can’t really imagine when we plant it. Discuss: Where is there hope in your life? Where is there mystery? What transformation do you hope for during the season of Lent? . What things can you think of that change? Find meaning: We chose a __________________ to represent what this passage means to us. Leave your symbol somehwhere in your home that you will see it often and remember this story.

1&nbsp;28-ounce can chopped tomatoes in juice 2&nbsp;tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus additional if desired for drizzling 2&nbsp;medium onions, preferably red onions, finely chopped &nbsp;Salt to taste 2 to 4&nbsp;garlic cloves, to taste, minced 2&nbsp;tablespoons tomato paste ½&nbsp;teaspoon sugar ½&nbsp;cup coarse bulgur 5&nbsp;cups water (more to taste) &nbsp;Freshly ground pepper to taste 2 to 4&nbsp;tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Step 1 Pulse the tomatoes to a coarse puree in a food processor. Heat the olive oil in a heavy soup pot over medium heat and add the onion and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is very soft but not browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste and sugar and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly, about 10 minutes. Add the bulgur, water, and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 30 to 45 minutes, until the bulgur is soft and the soup thick and fragrant. Add pepper to taste and adjust salt. Step 2 Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with mint and feta. Drizzle on a little olive oil if desired. Serve hot. From nytimes.com/cooking

Read: Luke 19 Learn: While in the wilderness, Jesus was tempted by the devil to transform stone into bread. He knew he was not called to do this by God. He didn’t change the rock into food. Later, Jesus became known for doing amazing things. He fed the hungry, offered encouragement, and healed people. Discuss: When you are angry or sad, it may feel like your heart has become a rock. How does that feel? How can you help someone who has a “rock” in their heart? How does it feel to help others? Tell about a time where you helped someone, or when someone helped you. In the reading, Jesus transforms Zacchaeus. Jesus transforms us too and helps us make better choices. Is there a place in your life where you could make better choices, with Jesus’ help? Find meaning: We chose a __________________ (any symbol/object) to represent what this passage means to us. Leave your symbol somehwhere in your home that you will see it often and remember this story.

Welcome to the Season of Lent! Lent is the time that we slow down and get ready for the Great Mystery of Easter. It is such a big mystery that we need six whole weeks to get ready for it. Many people will pick up a prayer practice, or give something up, to prepare our hearts for the mystery. It also reminds us that this time of the year is different than other times. There is no one way to practice Lent. Whatever helps you draw near to Christ is the best practice. This book is intended to help you do just that, practice. As a family, it can be incredibly formative and rejuvenating to spend time eating, reflecting, praying, and learning together. This lent, why not make dinner a little different. Practice slowing down. Make a simple soup, light a candle, tell a simple story, ask a question, and see where it takes you.

What You'll Find in this Book Soup: Six simple soup recipes and 2 simple bread recipes. For centuries, Christian people have practiced the habit of eating a simple dinner during the weeks of Lent. Story: Six Bible stories with questions and symbols that you can read together as a family this Lent. Connect: Use the #CCGsoup&amp;story to see other families through the hashtag on instagram. With a Grateful Heart, Rev. Abby VanderBrug <a href="http://avanderbrug@christchurchgreenwich.org">email</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ccgkidsministry/">instagram</a> <a href="https://christchurchgreenwich.org/kids/">website</a>

Recipes and Reflections for a Family Lent

1 ¼ pounds lean ground turkey&nbsp; 1 large onion, chopped&nbsp; 1 garlic clove, minced&nbsp; 1 ½ cups frozen corn kernels (I use one can of no salt added corn, drained and rinsed) 1 red bell pepper, chopped&nbsp; 1 green bell pepper, chopped&nbsp; 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes&nbsp; 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed&nbsp; 1 (8-oz.) can tomato sauce&nbsp; ¾ teaspoon salt&nbsp; 1 (1.25-oz) package chili seasoning&nbsp;mix (I use dried chili, paprika, and cayenne&nbsp;pepper to taste instead) Topping suggestions: shredded Cheddar cheese, finely chopped red onion, sliced fresh&nbsp;or jarred jalapeños, tortilla chips, sour cream

Cook first 4 ingredients in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, 8 minutes or until the turkey crumbles and is no longer pink. Spoon mixture into at least a 5 1/2-qt. slow cooker; stir in corn first if using frozen, then next 6 ingredients until well blended. Otherwise all other ingredients can be added at once and stirred in. Cover and cook on LOW 6 hours. Serve with desired toppings. - Shared with love from the Halcom family

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