Friday, April 10, 2015

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs. Here are my favorite recipes this week.

Strawberry & Limoncello Rose Sangria
c/o The Kitchn
Ingredients
3/4 cup limoncello
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup hulled and quartered fresh strawberries
1 bottle chilled demi-sec rosé champagne
1 lemon, thinly sliced, seeds discarded


Directions
In a large pitcher, combine the limoncello and the strawberries. Top with the chilled rosé champagne and stir in half of the lemon wheels.
Pour the sangria into ice filled stemware. Scoop some fruit into each glass and garnish with a lemon wheel.

Lamb Kheema with Peas
Ingredients
  • 1 large onion, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, chopped
  • 2 tsp butter or ghee
  • 1 lb lean ground lamb (from loin or shoulder)
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 chili pepper, minced (or more to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and fresh pepper
Directions
In a large saute pan, heat ghee or butter and onions on medium heat. Cook about 8 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook another 2 minutes.

Add ground meat to pan and brownSeason with salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, cayenne, chili powder, turmeric, garam masala and cinnamon. Stir well. Add chopped chili pepper, cilantro, bay leaf, tomato sauce and 1/2 cup of water. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer about 15 minutes. Add frozen peas and simmer covered another 5-10 minutes.

Mini Plum and Peach Bourbon Cobblers
Ingredients
6-7 Italian Plums, halved and chopped
3 Large Ripe Peaches, peeled and cut into small chunks
1/2 cup Sugar
1/4 Clear Jel or other pie thickener
2 Tbsp Bourbon
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
For Crisp Topping::
1/2 cup Oats
1/4 Flour
4 Tbsp Butter, melted
1/3 cup Brown Sugar
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, stir together fruits, Clear Jel (or other thickener), sugar, cinnamon and bourbon.  Fill mason jars with fruit filling. Fill slightly higher than the rim because the will settle while baking.
In another bowl, mix together crisp topping ingredients. Using a fork or your fingers mix the ingredietns together until crumbles form. Pour generously onto the top of the fruit crisps.
Place mason jars onto an aluminum foil lined baking sheet. Bake for 35 minutes or until the crisp toppings are golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool before serving.

Thursday, April 9, 2015

Fantastic Fold

What type of bag are you carrying this spring? The bucket bag, the simple clutch, maybe a cross body? Whatever it is, prepare to add one more to your closet- I give you the foldover bag. This simple detail make all of the difference.

Sole Society, Marlena, $39
Let this deep teal sink in for a moment. It's saturated and almost a neutral. Pair it with any print easily.

Free People, Vegan Foldover Clutch, $68
Lipstick red and packs a punch.

This is something off of the runway. I love the contrast of print and suede. Great mix of materials.

And speaking of python. How about this stunner of a clutch? It comes with a removable shoulder strap.

The foldover bag is for the clean line lover. It has great structure but usually made with soft leather, a win-win.

Be fabulous today!

Shop this post



Wednesday, April 8, 2015

April Showers Bring Anoraks

Happy hump day lovebugs,
We are getting there, but it's April which means rain. Not quite cold, not quite hot, just lukewarm weather with a side of showers. Enter your new best friend: the anorak. It's lightweight, packable, and it will keep you dry.

Here we have a beautiful spring jacket that is perfect for 45-65 degree weather.

Lord and Taylor, Knit Anorak Jacket, $35
Major sale on this item. I like the stand up collar and soft knit.

Hello poppy red! Oh I love this color for a jacket. It goes with everything from jeans to a pencil skirt.

Always a sucker for polka dots, this half zip option is casual and cool.

The anorak is the do it all outwear piece this month. It replaces the classic trench for a more relaxed look.

Be fabulous today!

Shop this post


Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Denim for Days

Let's talk chambray. It's just about dress time this spring and I am loving the easy and casual feel of denim. While some trends are saying the Canadian tuxedo is making a comeback, I'm not buying it. I'll stick with the standard shapes and styles like today's look: the chambray dress.

Banana Republic, Chambray Shirtdress, $98
I love the dark wash on this dress. I would swap out the belt with something leather for a bit more structure.

Old Navy, Chambray Sundress, $30
For this price point...sign me up. It's simple, fitted, and chic.

How sweet is this dress? It's breezy and casual and ready for a chunky sandal.

Let's dress it up a bit with this embroidered option that is still under $60.

The chambray dress comes in all shapes and styles and more importantly, all price points. The best part about this trend is you can have a handful of dresses in your closet and they are nothing alike. So get shopping!

Be fabulous today!

Shop this post