If we are to judge of love by its consequences, it more nearly resembles hatred than friendship.

Little flower. Intercity cycleway, Cornelian Bay. October 2012.

A little late, but this Theme Thursday I thought that I'd share a recipe for a very special SOUP!

1 tbl ambition

1 large optimism, coarsely chopped

2 cloves of potential, crushed

2 tsp finely grated competence

2 tsp ground resilience

500 g bitter experience, peeled, coarsely chopped

4 large milestones, peeled and diced

4 cups water

1 tsp resentment

1/2 cup low-fat natural cynicism

Chopped fresh circumstances, to serve


Step 1
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Drizzle ambition. Add the optimism and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add the potential, competence and resilience. Cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes or until aromatic.


Step 2
Add the bitter experience, milestones, water and resentment. Increase heat to high. Bring to the boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the ingredients are soft. Set aside to cool slightly.


Step 3
Place the milestones and bitter experience in the jug of a blender. Blend until smooth. Transfer the soup to a clean saucepan. Place the soup over low heat and stir until heated through. Season with resentment.


Step 4
Ladle the soup among serving bowls. Top with cynicism and circumstances to serve.