grey and quiet

More wind.

More snow.

It's days like this that bring out the home body in me. I was happy that we didn't have to leave the nest.

Hard to stray too far from warm covers. Another benefit of homeschooling: we can tackle a lot of schoolwork in our beds or snuggled on the couch.

I was in the mood for something earthy and simple, so I made some egg drop soup for lunch.

It is so easy, and there really aren't any rules. Here's how I make it- feel free to embellish.

Saute some veggies (I like water chestnuts, green onions, and mushrooms.

Add 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

In the meantime beat two eggs and pour them into a Ziploc bag.

Snip a tiny bit off the corner of the bag and slowly pour them into the hot soup, stirring all the while with a chopstick or a knife (not a spoon). The eggs will turned into "cooked ribbons" as you stir them.

Garnish with more green onions. Um, easy right? Warm goodness.

It was good with this roasted cabbage. Don't skip the fennel seed, it's key. Perfect for a cozy, quiet day.