Friday, August 7, 2015

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday! Here are my favorite recipes this week.

Smirnoff No. 21 and Champagne Sparkler
c/o Delish
Ingredients
1 1/2 c. Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
2 bottle Moët & Chandon Champagne
1 1/4 c. pomegranate juice
1 c. simple syrup
Lemon slices

Directions

Combine the first three ingredients in a punch bowl with ice. 

Add simple syrup to taste.


Mix in lemon slices.




Korean Grilled Chicken Breasts
Ingredients
  • 1 pound (2) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup low sodium or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, plus more for topping
  • 2 thinly sliced scallions, white and green parts

Directions
Place the chicken breasts, 1 at a time, in a Ziploc bag. Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness, about ½ inch thick, being careful not to puncture the bag.

In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, apple sauce, onion, sesame oil, ginger, brown sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, if using and sesame seeds.  Reserve ¼ cup of the marinade and transfer the remainder to the Ziploc bag with the chicken. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour.

Over medium-high heat, grill the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes or until it no longer sticks to the grill.  Turn the chicken, spoon the reserved ¼ cup of marinade over each breast and grill an addition 2 to 3 minutes.

Fruity Pebble Crunch Ice Cream Cake
Ingredients
  • 4 cups Fruity Pebbles
  • 1½ cups white chocolate chips
  • 1½ tablespoons shortening
  • ½ gallon vanilla ice cream

Directions
  1. To make the Fruity Pebble Crunch Ice Cream Cake, start by placing half a gallon of vanilla ice cream in the fridge to soften.
  2. Put Fruity Pebbles into a large bowl. Melt white chocolate chips and shortening in the microwave. Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal and stir until evenly coated.
  3. Pour the coated cereal onto a piece of parchment paper. Allow the white chocolate coating to harden and then break the cereal into bite sized pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, quickly mix half a gallon of softened vanilla ice cream with 2 cups of the crunchy cereal pieces. Spread into a 9-inch springform pan before the ice cream melts.
  5. Top with the remaining crunchy cereal and press it into the ice cream.
  6. Cover the springform pan and place the ice cream cake in the freezer for 4-6 hours or overnight to harden. When ready to serve, remove from the freezer and slide a knife around the edges of the springform pan and then remove the sides.
  7. Dip a knife in very hot water, quickly dry it off and use the hot knife to cut the ice cream cake cake. Re-dip and dry the knife for each cut you make.

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Come Crawling Back to Me

Let's get a little wild today. Let's play with a loud accessory that is eye catching or maybe I should say ear catching. Let's look at some ear crawlers. These earrings are the definition of a statement earring. They "crawl" up your ear lobe for maximum impact and absolute beauty.

I mean, come on. What I love about this earring is it looks heavy but the metal mimics feathers.

A little rocker edge to these bling beauties.

You know what I love about these? Everything. We all have those ponytail days. Well, you're going to enjoy them when you add these beauties to your look.

These deco earrings also come in silver. These crawlers are also a bit smaller in size so they're a great starter pair.

I dare you to try these earrings because that's exactly what they are: daring. They are fun, a conversational piece, and always instagram worthy.

Be fabulous today!

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Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Gingham Style

Happy hump day lovebugs,
We are in the dog days of summer and you know what I associate with summer? Gingham. Warm (ok sweltering) weather, outdoor parties, it's just gingham weather. A preppy print that today we're looking at in a skirt. Quite feminine and perfect for hot weather.

Think simple with this skirt. A white tank. That's it. Simple. Crisp.

This skirt is summer. It is flowy, girly, and beautiful.

This beauty is 40% off right now. I love the length.

One word ladies, pockets.

Don't these skirts scream summer to you? I love them even into fall with a floral cardigan to mix prints with style.

Be fabulous today!

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Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Skirt Growth Spurt

Let's take it to the max today. No, not Saved by the Bell The Max, I'm talking maxi skirts. Flowing, breezy, easy for summer skirts. These skirts are statement makers but sometimes you just need a staple, a neutral, the black pant of maxi skirts. Oh and you need it on sale. I give you the foundational maxi skirt under $50.

White House Black Market, Pleated Maxi Skirt, $49
This skirt is downright whimsical. I love the blush tone and the skirt is 60% off.

Forever 21, Pintucked Maxi Skirt, $27
The seaming on this skirt gives it a sweeping effect. I love the amber color as well.

I wish you didn't look at the price of this skirt. Doesn't this look black tie ready? You've GOT to see the pink version.
A tall glass of lemonade anyone? This skirt is ready for espadrilles, flats, flip flops, or heels.

Maxi skirts are a great staple to add to your summer rotation. They are versatile with tees, blouses, button downs, and more. 

Be fabulous today!

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