Friday, March 23, 2012

Friday Foodday

We made it you guys! I'm so happy it's Friday. Here are my favorite recipes I've been looking at this week.


The Best Coleslaw Ever
c/o Lauren's Latest
Ingredients
1/2 head green cabbage, shredded
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 large carrot, grated
2 tablespoons chopped chives {optional}
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
salt & pepper, to taste



Directions

For the coleslaw, place cabbage, onion, carrot and chives into a large bowl. In a smaller bowl, stir together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over top veggies and toss to coat. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve. The longer this sits the better it tastes.

Hot Chocolate Oreo Muffins
Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tsp hot chocolate mix
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup margarine
  • 20 oreo cookies
Directions
  1. In medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, hot chocolate,soda and salt, set aside.
  2. In small bowl, combine milk, sour cream, and egg then stir the egg mixture in to the flour mixture with margarine until just blended. Gently stir in the cookies and spoon batter 12 greased 2 1/2 inch muffin pan cups.
  3. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  4. Remove from pan, cool on wire rack.


Peanut Butter and Jelly French Toast
Ingredients
6 slices cinnamon swirl bread
Peanut butter
Jelly
1 tbsp butter
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk or cream
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Directions
1- Using the bread, peanut butter, and jelly, make 3 pb&j sandwiches. Slice the sandwiches in half, set aside.
2- Meanwhile beat the eggs, milk/cream, and cinnamon together in a shallow dish.
3- Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet. Once it melts dip the sandwiches in the egg mix, flipping to coat both sides, and cook until the bread is nicely golden. Serve with syrup.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Bag It

We all know color blocking is huge, but what about for bags? Mixing colors on your accessories is always a great way to spice an outfit.

Asos, Aldo Virga Clutch, $71
The turquoise trim really makes this bag for me. Such a small but noticeable pop of color.

I'm a sucker for polka dots and this is no exception. Amazing.

Chic to the extreme, I love the patent leather.

Color blocking isn't just for clutches, here is a great tote for work or weekend.

I just love mixing punchy colors, but if you're not feeling brave to wear it, try accessorizing with it!

Be fabulous today!

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Brass Jewelry

Hey lovebugs,
Most of you know I usually wear gold jewelry but lately, I'm feeling a different metal: brass. It's a little vintage, a little boho chic, and always a good option.

How much fun is this pendant? I love it's funky, cool quality.


Max and Chloe, Chibi Brass Arrow Bracelet, $50
This bracelet is perfect for stacking. It is light and slim, great for an arm party.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Bing Bang Ornate Hoop Earrings, $89
Certainly not your average hoop earrings, these have a great architectural quality.

Revolve Clothing, Giles and Brother Spike Ring, $63
A little badass don't you think?

Brass is such a great metal for any casual outfit, it has a great 'not trying too hard' look about it.

Be fabulous today!

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Collared Up

I wore a school uniform from preschool until I graduated from high school, so I have a special place in my heart for collars. Right now it seems that they are coming back! Maybe not in an oxford style but a peter pan collar and even removable collars. Let's take a look.

Modcloth, Academic Achievement Top, $57
Great rounded collar, small pattern and silky sophistication.

Short sleeved and sweet as pie, don't you think?

Ann Taylor, Shawl Collar Blouse, $88
Ok, well the color is fantastic. But the faux wrap effect of this top is so breezy and light; great for a suit jacket of belted.

This model is way too thin for my liking but the dress is beautiful-great impact color dress.

See, collars don't have to be so prep school- they can be sweet and sexy.

Be fabulous today!