Monday, June 5, 2017

All In: Beach Please

Happy All In! First Monday of the month and the first full month of summer. Let's kick it off with a swim ready outfit all in for under $100.



swimsuit/sunglasses/hat/sandals

Be fabulous today!

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Friday, June 2, 2017

Friday Foodday

Happy first Friday in June! Here are my favorite recipes this week. 

Basil Cucumber Gin Cooler
c/o Skinnytaste
Ingredients
  • 2-inch piece of cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1 tsp grated lemon zest
  • 2 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tsp agave nectar
  • 1 1/2 oz gin
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ice cubes
  • splash of seltzer
  • 1 thin slice lemon, for garnish
  • 1 thin slice cucumber, for garnish

  • Directions
  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle the chopped cucumber, lemon zest, basil and agave.
  • Add the gin, lemon juice and ice cubes and stir 10 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice cubes and top with seltzer.
  • Garnish with lemon and cucumber and serve.

  • Monterey Chicken Spaghetti
    c/o Buns in My Oven
    Ingredients

    • 6 oz. spaghetti, broken into 3 pieces
    • 1 cup shredded or diced cooked chicken
    • 1 egg
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 cups grated monterey jack
    • 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained well
    • 3 ounce can french fried onions
    Directions
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray.
    2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and add to a large mixing bowl.
    3. Add the chicken, egg, sour cream, garlic powder, cheese, spinach, and half of the onions to the bowl and stir well to combine.
    4. Pour into prepared baking dish and top with the remaining onions.
    5. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
    6. Remove the foil and bake for 5 minutes more.
    7. Serve immediately.

    Mud Hen Bars
    Ingredients
    • 1/4 cup shortening (I used Crisco butter flavored shortening)
    • 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 large egg, whole
    • 2 large eggs, separated
    • 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
    • 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
    • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
    • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed

    Directions
    1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 13x9 baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the shortening, butter, and sugar until creamy. Beat in the whole egg, and the two egg YOLKS.
    3. Slowly add in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Combine until fully blended.
    4. Pour batter into prepared baking dish. Top with marshmallows and chocolate chips.
    5. In a separate clean and dry mixing bowl, beat the two egg whites until stiff. Fold in the brown sugar and pour over the stop of the bars. Spread gently, making sure it touches the sides of the pan (this will help it rise during baking, and not shrink).
    6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the meringue on top is lightly browned. Remove from oven and cool completely.
    7. Cut into bars and enjoy. We prefer to keep these chilled in the refrigerator, they taste great cold!

    Thursday, June 1, 2017

    Hoop Earrings Were Her Thing

    Sometimes a statement earring can be daunting. Too big, too clingy, too many colors. And a simple hoop earring doesn't always do the trick. My advice, look for a circular drop earring that turns heads without being overwhelming.

    See what I mean? Simple but statement maker.

    Colorful without being stuffy preppy. 

    Something more monochrome but no shortage on the beauty.

    Pretty fantastic combination of colors and textures.

    Why wear hoops when you can wear something so much more fun? 

    Be fabulous today!

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    Wednesday, May 31, 2017

    Paper or Plastic

    This post is inspired by a pair of pants I just bought. That's right, sometimes I do buy the stuff I post. Today is one of those days. You are about to see a fantastic pair of pink pants. Not just pink pants. These pants are perfect for work or play because you can add heels or sandals with this paper bag waistline.

    I mean hello. Punchy color with a high waist. 

    Breezy and casual.  A must have in white for summer.

    A great straight leg option that comes in three other colors.

    I love the white and blue pattern because it goes with just about anything.

    The paper bag waist line is great for a more casual look. Look for it in skirts, pants, or shorts.

    Be fabulous today!

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