A slog of a jog into 2014

I went out for a run yesterday (2 January 2014), my first run of the year.  My running habit has slipped recently and I have not been going out as frequently or running as far.  So new year, new challenges and all that.  (Oh yes, new blog too!)

So I ran 3.8 miles with my my running pal, Ang.  We wheezed and groaned and huffed and puffed.  But it's done.

I've marked my calendar with my running schedule for the month.  All feels a bit uphill at the moment, but once I have a few weeks of running three times per week under my belt, then I know it will all get easier and pleasant again.

I have a few Christmas lbs to shift, so I declared it January Soup Month in this house.  Recipes will doubtlessly follow....I just need a few more tubs in which to store my wares....

Carrot and Leek Soup

500g carrots
500g leeks
2 sticks of celery
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
1.5 - 2 litres of stock (pref Marigold)
dash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce or balsamic vinegar
seasoning

Cook the vegetables in 25g of butter and a splash of oil, until softened.  Add the stock and cook with the lid on for another 10 minutes or so.

Blend a few ladle's at a time and put back in the pan.  Season to taste with Worcestershire sauce and salt/pepper.