I love clam chowder and I’ve passed this love down to my kids. My daughter is a picky eater, but one food she loves is clam chowder. I think it’s a odd thing for a picky eater to like. Clams are an acquired taste. Since it’s something I know we’ll all eat, Sunday afternoon I decided to try a new recipe. I found a recipe that looked pretty good on the Food Network website. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mikes-clam-chowder-recipe/index.html
The kids were in a good mood so I convinced them to help me make the chowder.
They peeled and cut the potatoes (with my help).
This is my absolute favorite kitchen tool. It’s a little mini chopper from Pampered Chef. I use almost daily to chop herbs, garlic, or onions. I don’t think I could live without it. We used it to chop the thyme and parsley for the chowder.
They stirred and added ingredients. Then they lost interest. My son took the puppy to the dog park and my daughter drew pictures. I decided to get ready for Tablescape Thursday on Between Naps on the Porch.
It may not be anything fancy, but my kids thought they were royalty. I don’t usually set a table quite like this when it’s just the four of us. My youngest was so excited that her cup wasn’t plastic! I love taking a simple soup dinner and making it into a special night for my family. Seeing their smiles gives me a joyful heart.
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The Comments
Diane at Perfectly Imperfect Life
So jealous that the little one will eat clam chowder!
and your table looks nice too.
kim
Becca, beautifully set table. Love that tureen. I do not have one yet. I am not a clam chowder fan. I like the broth, but just cannot do the clams and I grew up in a house with two parents that love it. Not me.
helenabelle
I think it is a beautiful tablesetting. I love the soup tureen and the soup looks delicious!
Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick
That is gorgeous! I love the colors — such a pretty table!
The Katzer Family
So pretty! Love the colors and the soup tureen!
KATHY
Hi, beautiful table!! I just love the white tureen….Kathy
Kaysi
Yummy and that is a beautiful table!
Lanie Ree
So pretty!
Thank you for linking this up, too!
Southern Touch Catering
Who wouldn't love to have a meal at that table. Yummmm. That tureen is so lovely.
Wanda Lee Of The Plumed Pen
This just looks so cozy, yummy and delicious! What alovely tablescape!~ My hubby and I just finished a delicious and piping hot bowl of Chicken corn chowder! So good!..,
Please pop by for a visit!~It's been kind of lonely in 'blogland' today!.., (I could not hook up/ link up earlier, due to a technical glitch with Mr. Linky.~ Thanks to dear Susan for posting a note explaining why)!..,
Cheers from Wanda Lee @ The PLumed Pen
Kathleen
It looks great! I see you are a teacher. I used to make clam chowder with my class every year..We study Long Island, and clams and potatoes are a local staple..
Kids are never to young to learn table manners and which fork to use! 🙂
Tricia
What a gorgeous table for a family dinner! I know your family felt special sitting down to that delicious chowder. LOVE that tureen!
Mid-Atlantic Martha
This is a beautiful table set for your chowder dinner! Perfect for some of the cold rainy spring weather we've had here. Very inviting table you've set before us.
Carolyn @ My Backyard Eden
I love clam chowder. Your table looks beautiful and I love your soup tureen!
Thanks again for linking up to Make it Yours Day!
Tracy
I love clam chowder and my picky daughter loves it too. She doesn't eat much but we know she will always eat that…especially in a resturaunt. Your table looks gorgeous. I always wanted a soup turrene (ssp?).