Have a happy weekend, folks and make a pot of soup. And then make the salad below to accompany it!

The picture is woeful, I’m not gonna lie. And with all apologies to my favorite ladies at food52, your salad was both gorgeous and delicious, but somehow it managed to not get captured on film in a respectable manner. But just humor me and make this salad anyway. You will love it, I promise (unless you’re allergic to any of the ingredients, in which case my imaginary lawyer has reminded me to tell you to that you will not, and should not enjoy it).

And just buy the pomegranate molasses already. It’s delicious. I found mine at Surfa’s-- you can order online here. It’s a great secret pantry staple that can be drizzled on fruit, yogurt, ice cream and cakes in addition to making excellent dressings. AND it makes a great baste for game meats.