Angle to the Right

Oh Mondays.  So lame.  I hope you had a good weekend though!

Today I thought we'd jump right into some jewelry.  I was grabbed by a new style I saw in one of my magazines over the weekend.  Angular jewelry.  Gives the accessory some edge!

J Crew, Hazel bracelet, $40

The brass in combination with the bling is so opposing, but it works!

Jess LC, Division Small Octagon earrings, $55

I'm loving the symmetry but also the sharp lines of these earrings.  For me it's like art meets an Excel doc.

Urban Outfitters, UO Geometric necklace, $29

Sharp edges really give definition to this piece.  Subtle, yet statement.

Kenneth Cole, Pyramid Bangle, $32

Kind of industrial no? I like these with a suit!

What do you think? Do you prefer the rounded edge and more feminine jewelry?  I think these are great to mix in when you're in ruffles and silk.  Have fun with it!

Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

Hello lovebugs! It is Friday! I hope you have a fantastic weekend!


Do you have an amazing recipe to share? Email me! I love featuring new cooks!


Chicken and Caramelized Onion Risotto
c/o Stephanie Cooks

Ingredients
1 large spanish onion
1 tsp. olive oil
4 ounces chicken breast, diced small
1 cup arborio rice
4 cups chicken stock
1 tsp. Italian herbs
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 cup pecorino romano cheese, shredded
Salt
2 scallions, finely diced


Directions
1- Slice the ends off the onion, peel, cut it in half, and slice into even thin slices.
2- Heat a large nonstick skillet with the oil. Add the onions. To carmelize the onions leave the heat on medium-low and stir frequently. They will reduce down  and brown over time, in about an hour. Stir frequently to prevent burning. 
3- When the onions are caramelized add the chicken and raise the heat. Stir frequently until cooked through.
4- Remove the onion/chicken mixture from the pan and set aside in a covered bowl.
5- Meanwhile, bring the chicken stock to a slow boil. Reduce the heat and keep it simmering over a low heat.
6- Add the arborio rice to the skillet and raise the heat to medium. Stir frequently until the rice begins to turn lightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add the Italian seasonings and garlic powder.
7- Add the broth, 1 cup at a time, allowing it to completely absorb before adding another cup. Stir frequently while it absorbs. Prior to adding the last cup of broth return the chicken and onions to the pan.
8- Once the mixture is cooked and all the liquid is absorbed add the cheese and stir well. Season with salt to taste.
9- Serve hot- top with some of the chopped scallions.


Chocolate Cheerios Marshmallow Bars
c/o Annie Bakes

Ingredients
1 cup flour
1 cup Chocolate Cheerios cereal, crushed
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups mini-marshmallows
     TOPPING:
2/3 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 bag (11.5 ounces) milk chocolate chips
4 cups Chocolate Cheerios


Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Line bottom and sides of a 9 x 13 pan with foil.  In a large bowl, mix all crust ingredients except marshmallows with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly.  Press firmly into bottom of pan.

Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.  Remove from the oven.  Immediately sprinkle with marshmallows.  Return to oven;  bake and additional 1 to 2 minutes or until marshmallows just begin to puff.  Cool while preparing topping.

In a large saucepan, place all topping ingredients except cereal.  Heat over medium-high heat just until chips are melted (7 to 8 minutes), stirring constantly.  Remove from the heat;  stir in 4 cups cereal.  Immediately spoon warm topping over marshmallows;  spread to cover.  Cool completely, at least 1 hour. 

Using foil to lift, remove mixture from pan;  remove foil. Cut into pieces and store loosely covered.




Pineapple Bliss Cupcakes
c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients
cupcake:
-box yellow cake mix 
-20 oz can crushed pineapple juice (do not drain)

frosting: 

-8 oz Philadelphia 1/3 less fat cream cheese

-20 oz can pineapple in pineapple juice, completely drained of any liquid 

-3/4 cup fluff marshmallow spread

Directions

Combine

 both ingredients in large bowl.  

Mix

 on medium speed with electric mixer.

Pour

 into lined cupcake tins about 2/3 full. 

Bake

 in accordance with cake mix directions or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Set aside to cool.

Combine

 cream cheese, crushed pineapple and marshmallow fluff in a medium bowl and 

mix

 with a hand mixer until combined well. 

Spread

 on cooled cupcakes and

 refrigerate

 until ready to eat.

Be fabulous today!

It list!!

Happy Friday folks!  Take some time to enjoy these great blogs today!

• good tots is loving this sequined maternity top - so cute!  Check out this sparkly number is a fun maternity outfit!
• sweetie pie style is crushing on Sam Edelman shoes - check out all of her great outfit inspiration. I am loving these animal print wedges the best! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy brings us bold and brilliant photos of the tulip fields in Holland. If you have never seen these photos before you must check them out, and if you have - well it never hurts to see them again (and again!).  (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• thought and musing has the perfect tourist outfit... a gorgeous maxi skirt, layers and a scarf!  Perfect for travel wear - and so chic!
• strong sense of style is loving the bohemian look of kimono style jackets for spring and summer.  Wow - these are just gorgeous!
• good clean fun always has my mouth watering... these lemon yogurt muffins are no exception! These would be perfect to serve for Easter brunch! (find good clean fun on twitter!)
• the capital barbie features graphic footwear. These black and gold wedges are GORGEOUS! Wow! (find capital barbie on twitter!)
• one hundred inspirations features this Kristen Cavallari outfit that has me craving boots and right before summer even!  
• a little dash of ash has me wanting a 'relaxation room' in my house - forget "man caves", "mom-caves" or "mud rooms".  I need a relaxation room! (find a little dash of ash on twitter!)
• rose a la mode has me swooning for this maxi dress, I absolutely love how she styled it.  So effortless and beautiful! (find rose a la mode on twitter!)
• mama loves papa looks dashing in this graphic sun dress. I love fun patterns for warmer temps and this dress doesn't disappoint. (find mama loves papa on twitter!)
• meet virginia design has tips and tricks on thrifting. I especially loved this post because I never seem to have much luck snagging the good deals! (find meet virginia design on twitter!)
• a spoonful of dish introduces us to the most gorgeous laptop bag - ever.  Totally agreed - my laptop would be very happy in this bag!
• good life for less has teamed up with JCPenney, stop by to create Easter inspired outfits using pieces from JCP for a chance to win a $50 gift card!  How fun! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by Jill of good life for less - click here for information on how you can be involved!

Baby you're a doll

One style that isn't going out anytime soon is the baby doll dress.  It is simple, girly, and always wearable.  One caution with this type of dress- because the top is so fitted, make sure to buy your correct size.  You don't want the girls looking suffocated.  Go up a size if needed and have the waist lined taken in.

Urban Outfitters, Sparkle and fade colorblock dress, $50

Color blocking with cobalt and teal is gorgeous.  Add the babydoll style and it's perfect for summer.

Steve Madden, Rain drop scoopneck dress, $41

I like the thicker straps on this dress and the pleated skirt.  But please turn around and make sure you're now giving a free show before buying this dress!

Target, vintage inspired strapless dress, $80

The chiffon is so airy on this piece.  A true sweetheart neckline is very feminine as well.  

Kohl's, sonoma life solid dress, $32

There is nothing jaw dropping about this dress but for me, it's the perfect Saturday throw on.  Capped sleeves, scoop neck, and I can add whatever jewelry and shoes I want to it.

I like the babydoll dress because its easy and usually doesn't need a lot of extra primping.  What do you think? 

Be fabulous today!