First birthdays are a pretty big deal. We had fairly big parties for both of our kids when they turned one. It was really more about the adults that it was the kids. It was like a ‘Hey! We made it an entire year with a baby and we’re all still alive!’ party. Sometimes I feel like I should have those types of parties more often. ‘Hey, look! The three year old busted my iPad screen and we’re all still alive!’. <— That would be a great party.
I digress…
When I joined #SundaySupper back in July, I would have never imagined the movement was just a wee baby, only 6 months old! Here we are in January 2013 and #SundaySupper is finally a year old! And, my has it grown! Food certainly brings people together, and while we were all aiming to get our families around the table more often, we’ve also grown to look to each other for ideas, inspiration and support. I look forward to #SundaySupper all week long. I know that no matter the theme, no matter if I’m participating that week or not, I will be inspired, I will be encouraged and I will be part of a very special family.
For #SundaySupper’s first birthday, we’re looking at dishes from other #SundaySupper contributors that have inspired us in one way or another.
I found inspiration this week in this Tomato Florentine Soup from The Meltaways. I’ve made lots of soup, most of them in the crockpot, and while I love tomato soups, it’s one soup I’ve never tried to make on my own. My sister gave me this completely awesome, bright pink, Cuisinart Immersion Blender for Christmas and I’ve been dying to use it. While The Meltaways’ version isn’t blended, I saw this as the perfect opportunity to pull my new toy out of the box and put it to use.
Tomato Florentine Soup – Image Courtesy of The Meltaways
In my version of this recipe, which you can find here, I went through all of the steps short of adding the spinach, and dove right in with my immersion blender. Once everything was nice and smooth, then I started adding my spinach. My photo is must less tantalizing, but you can see the difference in texture below – even if only slight. I also used a smidge more half and half.
See – No tomato chunks
Y’all… this soup is delish! Absolutely delish! Hubs even commented on how the flavors in this would make a perfect pasta dish, so we may see what I can do to make that happen later this week. Pasta inspiration from a soup? I know, right! Anyway, I’m certainly not the only #SundaySupper contributor who feels inspired by the other wonderful members of our group. Look at all of the amazing dishes below? What do you see that inspired you?
Sunday Supper Appetizers:
- Hot Spinach Parmesan Dip by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks inspired by Comfy Cuisine
- So Simple Pizza Puffs by The Weekend Gourmet inspired by Hip Foodie Mom
- Pepperoni and Mozzarella Pull Apart by Noshing With The Nolands inspired by In the Kitchen with KP
Sunday Supper Soups and Breads:
- Lasagna Soup by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen inspired by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Easy Italian Wedding Soup by Webicurean inspired by Family Foodie
- Roasted Butternut Squash and Sage Soup by Damn Delicious inspired by Cupcakes and Kale Chips
- Honey Butter Dinner Rolls by Dinners, Dishes and Desserts inspired by Chocolate Moosey
- Chicken Noodle Soup by Big Bears Wife inspired by My Catholic Kitchen
- Tomato Florentine Soup by Mama Mommy Mom inspired by The Meltaways
- Chicken Soup with Dumplings by Comfy Cuisine inspired by The Messy Baker
- Coconut Curry Chicken Soup by My Trials in the Kitchen inspired by Damn Delicious
Sunday Supper Main Dishes:
- Portuguese Mussels and Shrimp in Chorizo Sauce by Supper for a Steal inspired by Family Foodie
- (GlutenFree) Chicken Bruschetta by The Meltaways inspired by Family Foodie
- Feijoada Portuguese Bean Stew by Kimchi Mom inspired by Family Foodie
- Lentils and Chorizo Stew by Galactosemia in PDX inspired by Vintage Kitchen
- Carnitas Pizza w/ Chipotle-Avocado Crema by girlichef inspired by Damn Delicious
- Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas by Country Girl in the Village inspired by Webicurean
- Drunken Meatballs by Small Wallet Big Appetite inspired by The Foodie Army Wife
- Goat Cheese Rigatoni Alfredo by Magnolia Days inspired by Family Foodie
- Dorie’s Chicken-in-the-Pot by Hip Foodie Mom inspired by Gotta Get Baked
- Pulled Pickled Pork by Juanita’s Cocina inspired by Daily Dish Recipes
- Hoisin Asian Meatballs by Gotta Get Baked inspired by Damn Delicious
- Shrimp-Stuffed Twice Baked Potatoes by Daily Dish Recipes inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Soy, Orange Juice and Red Wine Marinade by Peanut Butter and Peppers inspired by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Chicken Burger with Curried Cabbage Slaw by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings inspired by Soni’s Food
- Corn and Basil Handpies by Curious Cuisiniere inspired by Vintage Kitchen Notes
- Lightened Up Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken by Cupcakes and Kale Chips inspired by The Meltaways
- Jalapeño Popper Chicken Chili by Food Lust People Love inspired by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Bigos by Maroc Mama inspired by From Fast Food to Fresh Food
- Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Sweet Chili Sauce by From Fast Food to Fresh Food inspired by Crispy Bits and Burnt Ends
- Pork Loin with Port Shallot Sauce by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen inspired by Vintage Kitchen Notes
- Sweet & Tender Brisket by Daddy Knows Less inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Fish Tacos by Cookistry inspired by Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Homemade Harissa by Masala Herb inspired by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Spicy Seoulful Pulled Pork Sandwiches by Family Foodie inspired by Kimchi Mom
- New Orleans Style White Beans & Rice by Catholic Foodie inspired by The Hand that Rocks the Ladle
- Spice Rubbed Chicken Tacos with Tropical Salsa by The Urban Mrs. inspired by Family Foodie
- Mac n Cheese Cups with Pork Shoulder Ragu by Crispy Bits and Burnt Ends inspired by Hip Foodie Mom
Sunday Supper Veggies:
- Carrots au Gratin by Shockingly Delicious inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Skillet Spinach Corn with Edamame, Cilantro & Bacon Bits by The Lovely Pantry inspired by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
Sunday Supper Desserts and Snacks:
- Chocolate Brownie Tart by That Skinny Chick Can Bake inspired by Magnolia Days
- Mexican Hot Cocoa Sandwich Cookies by Chocolate Moosey inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Cinnamon Apple Chimichangas by La Cocina de Leslie inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Apple Pull Apart Bread with Caramel Drizzle by Cravings of a Lunatic inspired by Gotta Get Baked
- Cherry Tart by Happy Baking Days inspired by Vintage Kitchen
- Orange Rolls by No One Likes Crumbley Cookies inspired by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Caramel Apple Bread by The Foodie Army Wife inspired by Fam Friends Food
- Rosettes by Simply Gourmet inspired by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Pumpkin Donut Puffs by Soni’s Food inspired by Daily Dish Recipes
- Chocolate Chip Cut-out Cookies by Basic and Delicious inspired by Chocolate Moosey
- Nutella Shortbread Bars by Kelly Bakes inspired by Baker Street
- Butterscotch Pudding Triple Chip Cookies by Mom’s Test Kitchen inspired by Dinner Dishes and Desserts
- Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream by The Messy Baker Blog inspired by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Angel Cake Sandwiches by Ninja Baker inspired by That Skinny Girl Can Bake
- Soft Pretzels with Spicy Beer Cheese Sauce by Vintage Kitchen inspired by girlichef
- Sweet N Spicy Roasted Spiced Nuts by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz inspired by The Foodie Army Wife
- Cheesecake with Fresh Berries by An Appealing Plan inspired by The Messy Baker Blog
Sunday Supper Breakfast Faves:
- Spiced Pumpkin Ricotta Oat Muffins by In the Kitchen with Audrey inspired by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Budget Friendly Breakfast Freezable Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwiches by In The Kitchen with KP inspired by Big Bear’s Wife
- Raspberry Hot Chocolate by My Catholic Kitchen inspired by Momma’s Meals
Sunday Supper Wine Pairings by ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
While not related, we are a family. We’re here for each other every day of every week, not just Sundays. Join us? Be inspired? Find your own passion for #SundaySupper.
We’ll be celebrating at our weekly #SundaySupper Twitter chat! Join us at 7 pm EST on Twitter. Simply follow the #SundaySupper hashtag! Come wish #SundaySupper a happy first birthday and see how you can be inspired too!
Yay! I am so glad that you liked it! It’s a favorite here. Thank you so much for choosing one of my dishes – it totally made my day! Glad you enjoyed your new kitchen toy, too
Tomato soup has always been my comfort food. Tomato soup and grilled cheese was what I always requested my mom to make when I was sick when I was growing up. This version looks like such a perfect twist on a basic recipe I think I might give it a try with my Parmesan crusted grilled cheese.
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I must have missed this post by Pam… mmm it sounds amazing!
Perfect! I have a bag of fresh spinach in the refrigerator that needs used and this looks great for a cold day!
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Oh this is so going on my must make soups list!!! Lovely
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I am loving all the soups everyone made. This looks amazing!
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Fantastic!!!!
That looks so very good, I adore homemade soups!!
Delicious. Sometimes I feel like tomato soup is just too bland but this looks like it takes things up a few notches.
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This soup looks amazing! I can’t wait to try it…. Thank you so much for being such a big of #SundaySupper…. you are such an inspiration! Looking forward to another year of your beautiful recipes.
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I agree food brings people together and that is why I love it so much. There are no borders with food, there is only friendship and love for delightful tasting food. =)
I just read out loud no tomato chunks in the soup and my husband just came in and asked if that was dinner! ^.^
Oh my gosh, this is gorgeous. I drooled over Pam’s and I’m drooling over yours!
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I would enjoy a big bowl of this right now! Looks so so good
Such a pretty soup! I bet it tastes as good as it looks. Yum!
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I love my immersion blender! It especially gets tons of use when I make tomato soup and yours looks incredible smooth and creamy!
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I love my immersion blender too – it is priceless with certain soups! Your soup looks gorgeous!
It´s an awesome soup either way! But I love immersion blenders, almost as much as the food processor. A great soup for winter, and spinach takes it out of the salsa category. Nice job!
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While Pam’s version looks wonderful, I do prefer a smooth tomato soup, so I think yours looks wonderful!
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Looks like a great recipe ! yummm
Love both pics !
Tomato soup is my husband’s favorite, so this is definitely going on the to-try list! BTW immersion blenders are a great tool, and I probably don’t use mine as often as I could–I’ve had my Braun for probably about 20 years, and it’s still going strong!
Tomato soup is one of my husband’s favorites and I don’t make it often enough. This version with the spinach sound wonderful (he love spinach too).
Your soup looks equally DELICIOUS!!! Love the variation!
yum!
This soup looks wonderful. I love a hearty tomato soup.
I wish I had a bowl of this right now! It looks so warming and tasty. We don’t have an immersion blender but Mo is a wiz at the food processor!
I adore tomato soup. I adore spinach…Pinning! Looks fantatic!
It is so true that food brings people together and I am so glad #SundaySupper brought us together. Thank you for your great posts and support this past year! You have no idea how much it means to me!
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I love a good tomato soup! Looks luscious!
It looks fantastic, I’m hungry now!
I feel the same was that you do about Sunday Supper. I’m so proud and honoured to be a part of this family – all of you inspire me every single day. This soup looks delicious! My husband loves to add cooked pasta like shells or macaroni into soups so if you haven’t figured out how to turn this soup into a pasta dish yet, just throw in some cooked noodles. It’ll be like a gourmet grown-up version of Alphabits soup
oops, I mean Alphagetti, not Alphabits!
Oh, yes first Bday parties for the kiddos were also a very big deal at our house
– The Tomato Florentine Soup looks absolutely amazing. What a great way to start using your new immersion blender {is it not amazing? I know, I do not own a crock pot but I certainly could not live without my immersion blender 
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This tomato soup looks gorgeous, love your idea to blend it. Great recipe and thanks to both you and Pam!
Tomato and Spinach are a natural together!
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Oh yeah! all the flavors I love combined into one hearty soup! I love it.
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