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Soup Season: Cream of Potato
Although the weather wasn't terribly cold, we raked a lot of leaves and needed something filling for lunch. I had some potatoes on hand and had some leftover bacon from breakfast, so why not Cream of Potato soup?
There are two ways I make this, either starting with a butter and flour roux, or heavy whipping cream. I went with the former, addin half and half to make it thicker, then a little milk to thin that out. It's really a matter of patience and adding a little bit of liquids at a time to get just the right thickness. I also add a dollop of sour cream, gives it a little tanginess and also helps thicken if you've thinned it out too much. The potatoes, you can boil them ahead of time, or if you have time, just throw them right into your cream and let them simmer. That's what I usually do as long as I plan ahead of time, because it does take some time to cook them! Salt and pepper are a must and I usually add some rosemary, but n herbs de province would work as well, but here is what really brings out the flavor: nutmeg. There is something about that nutty nutmeg that tastes so good in a creamy soup!
Top with cheddar cheese and bacon, or one or the other, or neither! Just enjoy!
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Next From Kenny Chesney: Take Her Home
Kenny Chesney released his next radio single today! It's called “Take Her Home,” a loping rumination on the butterflies that flutter when you see “the one” through all the phases of falling in love, getting serious and building a life that makes you so much more. It is the essence of everything that is so easy to miss, but creates the biggest blessings and greatest happiness people can experience.
“When I heard ‘Take Her Home,’ I just laughed,” Chesney says of the song in a press release. “It was everything life is made of in less than four minutes. It’s true, honest and all the stuff that’s easy to forget. All those details and little moments? The deep cut Cheap Trick, the black-and-pink suitcase in the back of the truck, a 7 pound, 5 ounce baby? That’s what makes these kinds of life changes what they are. And it’s funny: no matter what stage you’re in, you really are always scared. That’s how you know it’s gonna be worth it.”
Next From Lainey Wilson: Wildflowers and Wild Horses
Lainey Wilson had an incredible night at the CMAs picking up five wins out of her nine nominations including Female Vocalist, New Album of the Year, and the coveted Entertainer of the Year award!
She also performed "Wildflowers and Wild Horses" from her album Bell Bottom Country, it's also her next radio single!
We can't wait to watch her headline The Country Fest on Thursday, June 13th! Click here to get your tickets!
Gabby Barrett: New Album Coming
Gabby Barrett announced on social media that she will release her second album on February 2nd. The cover art is blurred and no details have been revealed, but she does share that the album title is Chapter and Verse.
We'll keep you updated!
New Music Friday!
Here are the new releases you can add to your music library today:
Jason Aldean Highway Desperado
Russell Dickerson The After Party Deluxe
Cody Johnson Leather
Willie Nelson's Greatest Hits
Coming soon!
11/10: Chris Stapleton Higher
11/10: Zac Brown Band From The Road, Vol. 1 Covers
11/17: Dolly Parton Rockstar
1/26/24: Conner Smith Smoky Mountains
1/26/24 Randall King Into The Neon
More Performers Announced For The CMA Awards!
Kelsea Ballerini, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, HARDY, Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, Post Malone, Mac McAnally, Ashley McBryde, Morgan Wallen, The War And Treaty and Zac Brown Band have been added to the list of performers for next week's CMA Awards.
They join previously announced performers Little Big Town, Megan Moroney, Old Dominion, Carly Pearce, Chris Stapleton, Tanya Tucker, Lainey Wilson and K. Michelle.
The performances include:
Kelsela Ballerini - "Leave Me Alone"
Luke Combs - "Where the Wild Things Are"
Dan and Shay - "Save Me the Trouble"
Jordan Davis - "Next thing You Know"
Cody Johnson - "The Painter"
Ashley McBryde - "Light On in the Kitchen"
The War and Treaty - "That's How Love is Made"
The show will also include a tribute to Jimmy Buffett featuring Kenny Chesney, Mac McAnally, Alan Jackson and Zac Brown Band. Post Malone, HARDY and Morgan Wallen will sing a medley of country classics. Jelly Roll and K. Michelle will sing The Judd's "Love Can Build a Bridge," Little Big Town will join Tanya Tucker on "Delta Dawn", Old Dominion and Meg Moroney will perform their song, "Can't Break Up Now." Carly Pearce and Chris Stapleton present their current single, "We Don't Fight Anymore."
The 57th annual Country Music Association Awards, hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on November 8th on ABC.
Congratulations Darius Rucker!
A big comgratulations to Darius Rucker! He was surprised by Kelly Clarkson on her talk show The Kelly Clarkson Show with the CMA Humanitarian of the Year award! Watch below!
The Newest Member Of The Grand Ole Opry!
Last night, Jon Pardi became the newest member of The Grand Ole Opry!
He says he's looking forward to being an active member of the esteemed institution.
"Once you become part of it, there's more learning to do.I'm excited. I'm excited to do more partnerships with music and there's always opportunities for the Opry and us to do more shows together."
Jon was invited to become a member of the Opry by Alan Jackson earlier this year during his performance at Stagecoach.
Congratulations!
Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi: Tracklist
Jon Pardi has released the track listing for his holiday album, Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi. The record includes classics like "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow," "Please Come Home for Christmas" and "Winter Wonderland." The album will be released on Friday, October 27th.
Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi Track Listing:
Beer for Santa
400 Horsepower Sleigh
All I Want for Christmas Is You
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow
Merry Christmas From the Keys
Please Come Home for Christmas
Santa Looked a Lot Like Daddy
I’ve Been Bad, Santa (And Pillbox Patti)
Reindeer
Swing On Down to Texas
Winter Wonderland
A Long December
New Music Friday!
Let take a look at some of the new releases today and what's coming soon!
Chris Lane "From Where I'm Sippin'"
Luke Grimes "Pain Pills or Pews"
James Barker Band "Ahead of Our Time"
Craig Morgan "Enlisted" EP
Restless Road "Last Rodeo"
Colin Stough "Promiseland" EP
10/27:
The Cadillac Three "The Years Go Fast"
Dallas Smith Self-Titled 5th Studio Album
BMG presents "A Tribute to The Judds'"
Kimberly Perry "Superbloom"
Robyn Ottolini "Growing Up To Do" EP
Alexandra Kay "All I've Ever Known"
Caleb Lee Hutchinson "Southern Galactic"
11/3
Jason Aldean "Highway Desperado"
Cody Johnson "Leather"
11/10
Chris Stapleton "Higher"
11/17
Dolly Parton "Rockstar"