Overcoming the Monday Blues

With the wind turning its dial from lukewarm to chilly, and the sky melting into darkness a whole hour earlier, it makes it that much easier to be taken over by a case of what I call the Monday blues. Help is on the way, and I am conveniently prepared just in time for lunch. Picture if you will – a casserole bubbling straight from the oven, with each golden crispy potato being cuddled closely with thick cheesiness. Does the American staple baked scalloped potatoes come to mind?

Now imagine that lovable dish of spuds transformed into a scrumptious soup, and that is where I make my comfort food debut. My pot is so deliciously thick, each time you sweep your spoon into my creamy broth, it’s as if you are putting your hand into a bag of magic tricks, waiting to see what surprise will be revealed. Sometimes, it’s large smooth coin slices of potatoes, or short ribbons of onions. Other times, you’ll catch chewy pieces of rose-colored ham, covered in plentiful dashes of parsley. When you order me, you must also place an order for my cohort, the cheddar cheese bread. Disguised as an ordinary white roll, this piping hot delight holds a sharp cheddar cheese filling that oozes out from the middle of its cushiony white grain. Break apart this flaky sweet dough tenderly, in order to enjoy each bite in sublime combination with my charismatic brew. My dynamic duo is guaranteed to happily warm up your insides, Monday blues or not.

What I've heard from my audience: “Comfort food in a cup…better yet, make mine a bowl.”

Who am I? Baked Scalloped Potatoes with Ham Soup

The Baked Scalloped Potatoes with Ham Soup can be found on Mondays at Nathan’s Soup and Salad, and is available in sizes ranging from a $2.25 cup, up to $7.45 for a quart. This favorite sells out so quickly, that it’s common for hungry customers to call ahead and reserve a bowl. Don’t forget the cheddar cheese bread for $1.40. For more information, visit www.nathanssoupandsalad.com.