Drop it Like it's Hot

Let's dress up the standard t-shirt. It can get tired even in all of its cotton comfort. I'm mixing it up but adding in a drop shoulder. It's got a casual cool of a girl who walks into a party and everyone thinks 'effortless'. That's what these tees have.

Everlane, The Cotton Drop Shoulder Tee, $22

On the white tee hunt? I beg you to try Everlane. They are the go to for basics and they last.

Shopbop, Cupcakes and Cashmere Jackle Engineered Stripe Top, $90

This is going to be with you from now until September. A light linen with an unexpected back vent. Simple to wear on its own or layered on a chillier summer night.

Boden, Long Lightweight Drop Shoulder, $44

This adorable top comes in a half a dozen colors and they are all cotton jersey. SOFT!

Loft, Lou & Grey Slouchy Linen Tee, $24

A slub linen? Who knew?! Lou & Grey did and now they're treating us.

A drop shoulder detail adds a touch of 'ahh' to a tee. Not like scary movie aaah! more like breath of fresh air ahh. Get it?

Be fabulous today!

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Friday Foodday

It's Friday! Wooohooo!! I'm so happy.  I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.


I am at my work conference until Wednesday, so think of me when you wake up at noon tomorrow.  Know that jealous is an understatement.


Snickerdoodle Blondies
c/o Stephanie Cooks Blog

Ingredients
2 2/3 cup all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter, at room temperature
2 eggs
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
2 1/2 tbsp. granulated sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon


Directions
1- Preheat over to 350. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray.
2- In a medium bowl whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together.
3- Cream the butter and brown sugar together in a stand mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the vanilla, beat in.
4- Gradually add the flour mixture, beating it together on low. Transfer the dough to the pan and push into an even layer.
5- In a small bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the dough.
6- Bake 20-25 minutes. Let blondies cool completely in the pan before cutting.


Chicken and Mushrooms in a Garlic White Wine Sauce
c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients

• 8 chicken tenderloins, 16 oz total
• 2 tsp butter
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup all purpose flour* (use rice flour if gluten free)
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 12 oz sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1/3 cup fat free chicken broth
• salt and fresh pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Preheat oven to 200°. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge in flour.

Heat a large skillet on medium heat; when hot add 1 tsp butter and 1 tsp olive oil. Addchicken to the skillet and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side, or until chicken is no longer pink. Set aside in a warm oven.

Add additional oil and butter to the skillet, then garlic and cook a few seconds; addmushrooms, salt and pepper stirring occasionally until golden, about 5 minutes.

Add wine, chicken broth, parsley; stir the pan with a wooden spoon breaking up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook a few more minutes or until the liquid reduces by half. Top the chicken with the mushroom sauce and serve.

Chocolatey Chocolate Chip Cookies

c/o Wit and Whimsy/Cupcakes and Cashmere

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In large bowl, beat butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt; stir into the butter mixture until well blended. Mix in the chocolate chips and walnuts. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or just until set. Cool slightly on the cookie sheets before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Be fabulous today!