Faux Vichyssoise and a real vampire?

This is a quick and easy chilled summer soup, perfect for sipping while devouring a great book.

Faux Vichyssoise
1 can Campbell's cream of potato soup -- Store cans in the refrigerator, or chill for 20 minutes in the freezer, or chill soup after blending
1.5 cans milk
1 stalk green onion, rough chopped and bulb discarded
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp dried basil
1/8 tsp celery salt
1/8 tsp white pepper

Puree all ingredients in blender until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired. Flavors will intensify after chilling. Serve immediately if can was cold, or chill 30 minutes. Serves 2 as a meal or 4 as a side.

Tip: Chop the rest of the green onions and store them in a zipper bag in the freezer for future use.

The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova

My new obsession ... a young woman investigates the origins of the Dracula myth ... is there really an immortal vampire, destroying all who seek out the truth? I've been up late every night this week, unable to put it down. Great for those who enjoy "hidden history" books, ancient myths, vampires, or "girl on a quest" stories.