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Recipe Roundup no.1
I’ve always loved to cook, and this extra time at home has given me plenty of time to test my culinary skills. While I do occasionally mix up my own recipe concoctions, I really love searching through pinterest for fun new recipes to try out. In case you are in need of a few new ideas for dinner this week, I thought I would start sharing some of the hit recipes that I have found and cooked. The images are the actual meal that I prepared and below each image is a link back to the original recipe.
When searching for recipes, I mainly look for Whole 30, Paleo, and/or dairy free. I also don’t eat much pasta, so I usually search for recipes that are low carb. Most of the recipes I choose will be a from scratch recipe (aka not to many pre-made or processed ingredients), and something I can put together in 30-45 minutes on a weeknight.
Scroll through for a look at what I’ve cooked over the last few months and hopefully you will find some new ideas for dinner the week! Once I have another good roundup of recipes, I’ll share in a new post! Also, you can check out my Pinterest page for more recipe ideas that I have saved.
VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN DINNER IDEAS
BIG SALAD NIGHT – spring mix lettuce, grape tomatoes, avocado, blue cheese, Tessemae’s Ranch Dressing, chopped egg
Cauliflower Tacos (Minimalist Baker Recipe)
Vegetarian Burrito Bowl – cilantro cauliflower rice, black beans, tomatoes, avocado, sautéed red bell peppers and onion, diced pickled jalapeños
FISH DINNER IDEAS
whole30 bang bang shrimp (40Aprons Recipe) with roasted broccoli
CHICKEN MEAL IDEAS
mongolian chicken (A Saucy Kitchen Recipe is beef, but I used chicken) with cauliflower rice and sautéed green beans
spinach artichoke chicken (The Healthy Consultant Recipe) with roasted broccoli
buffalo chicken casserole (The Real Food Dietitians Recipe) with baked squash
cream garlic chicken skillet (I added sun dried tomatoes and spinach, The Healthy Consultant Recipe)
BEEF DINNER IDEAS
eggplant casserole (Paleo Grubs Recipe) with green beans sautéed in bacon grease
meatloaf (The Defined Dish Recipe) with baked zucchini and sautéed asparagus
salisbury steak meatballs (The Paleo Running Momma Recipe) over mashed cauliflower with green beans
grilled steaks with roasted potatoes and sautéed asparagus
Looking for more recipe ideas? Find 12 more here that also work for a lunch meal prep!
Which recipe are you excited to try out?
Five Ways to Wear an Orange Top for Different Seasons
Sometimes I go on a little bit of a color crush binge, and I don’t realize it until I see the new items hanging together in my closet. Lately it’s been the color orange. From the burnt orange dress shared a week ago to this floral print top from summer to today’s short sleeve top, and one more orange item coming next week!
For today’s post, I wanted to share how to wear the color orange year round by showcasing it with a few different jean colors that will work in all the different seasons.
Five Ways to Wear an Orange Top for Different Seasons
FOR SPRING, SUMMER, AND FALL
This first outfit will work well for spring, summer and fall. A classic faded blue color works well with the earthtone orange. To keep the look casual, I paired it with a nude colored loafer flat. This light tan color also works well with the orange shade since they both have a hint of warmth to them.
short sleeve blouse | distressed jeans | nude colored flats | similar bracelet | similar cuff
FOR SPRING AND SUMMER
For spring and summer, a light wash blue jean or white jean will work well to help make the orange really pop. With the lighter blue jean, I paired this outfit with my white slides which provides just the right amount of contrast to the light blue. For a white jean, I would opt for a light brown sandal.
orange top |light wash jeans | white slides | c/o necklace
FOR SUMMER
Orange is such a fun color to wear in the summer months! A faded black bottom really plays up the earthtone orange color of this top. To add a little bit of a boho vibe to this outfit, I paired it with my light tan booties. The light color also helps to add the illusion of a longer leg which I love as a petite styling tip. You could also go with flat sandals or a fun wedge to change up the look a little.
orange short sleeve top | faded black denim shorts | booties | c/onecklace | similar gold bangle | similar cuff
FOR EARLY FALL
In Texas, I feel like we have two falls – the early warm one and the late one with cooler jacket required temps. For the warmer early fall time of year, dark wash jean is a great option to bring orange into the fall season. To play on the warmth in the top, I paired my darker congac brown mules with this outfit. I cuffed my jeans a little higher than normal to make them just slightly above the ankle which can help make me look a little taller.
orange top | dark wash jeans | brown mules | stone bangles
FOR LATE FALL
When the cooler temps take over, a pair of black skinny jeans and dark brown over the knee boots will make this top perfect for late fall. I opted for brown over a black boot to keep the look from having too much of a Halloween feel. I chose a black denim, so I could easily toss on a blue denim jacket for a colder day and have a good contrast in my denim colors.
orange top | black skinny jeans | similar boots | similar bangle | similar cuff | c/o necklace
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Western Outfit for the Rodeo, State Fair, or Football Tailgate
Happy Friday y’all! It was rainy and gloomy most of the week which left me feeling so sleepy. Not good following a 3 day weekend. It did give me an excuse to stay in my loungewear all week though. I’ve found getting dressed everyday really helps my productivity, but some days you just have to enjoy the lounging lifestyle look.
If you missed it, earlier this week I shared a little change that you will start seeing in some of my fashion posts. I’m planning to start showing you more ways to wear pieces and across different seasons. In this time of less events, I think it’s important to know you can wear what you are buying multiple ways and for multiple seasons. I’m also taking suggestions for items you would like me to style multiple ways, just head here to fill out the questions box.
I already have mutli-outfit posts for the rest of the month, but I wanted to share one last solo outfit. Living in Texas, you can always use another western outfit for the rodeo, the state or county fair, or just a fun night out at an outdoor spot with friends. I’m quite obsessed with this mini dress! It was made to wear with cowboy boots! I know the rodeo and fairs are probably not going to happen, so I will have to save this one for a future one.
In the meantime, a country western concert or just a casual evening out with friends at an outdoor spot would be perfect for this outfit. You could add on a denim jacket for a bit cooler evening weather. If you don’t have cowboy boots, a pair of booties would work just as well. For a cooler fall day or evening, toss on a tan or beige cardigan with a pair of flat over the knee boots.
I hope y’all have a fabulous weekend! I have plans to see a few friends, and I cannot wait to catch up with them. It’s also opening weekend of the NFL. Steve and I have plans to make a pot of chili and spend the day watching the games. It should be a good mix of fun and relaxing.
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Orange Embroidered Mini Dress | Similar Cowboy Boots | Gold Earrings | Stone Bangles (pink beads, c/o drusy stone, clear stone)
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Six Ways to Wear a Pink Lace Top
Hello friends! I’m so excited to be launching a new look to my fashion posts this month! My love for creating different outfits and finding as many ways to wear what is in my closet is strong, and I really wanted to find a way to bring that here to this space. Earlier this spring, I tried out a few different post ideas and finally landed on showcasing multiple outfits in one post featuring a specific item, event, or style. I hope these new posts will help you find new ways and more ways to wear the items shared here and give you some ideas for the items already in your closet. I still plan to sprinkle in individual outfits because sometimes an outfit just needs its own post.
If you have an item you would like to see featured and styled multiple ways, head to this dedicated page to make your request. You may find it pop up in a future post.
This month will feature items styled across different seasons. Being able to wear an item in 2-3 different seasons really adds value to it. The more wears and use, the better return on your investment.
You may think light pink and lace is primarily reserved for spring, but with the right styling this pink lace top can also work for fall. Heads up this lace top is not lined, and I’m wearing a white cami underneath it. It’s a good thick lace. I love the smock detailing and ruffle on the end of the sleeve. It really dresses up the top.
SIX WAYS TO WEAR A PINK LACE TOP
FOR SUMMER & SPRING
WITH SHORTS
This outfit will work for both spring and summer. The faded black shorts help lend a more boho and casual vibe to pink lace. My light tan booties are perfect to pair with shorts in the spring season. The lighter color works really well the light pink of the top.
pink lace top | faded black shorts | booties |earrings
WITH WHITE JEANS
A spring outfit roundup would not be complete without white jeans. A pastel pink color and white compliment each other well. White jeans help keep this pink lace top feeling dressed up. I added in my block heel sandals to dress this look up even more. This outfit would be perfect for brunch, Easter, or a shower event.
pink lace top | white skinny jeans | block heel sandals | earrings
WITH LIGHT WASH JEANS & WHITE SHOES
Light wash jeans are one of my new must have jean colors. The two lighter shades work really well together for a light and airy spring outfit. To keep my outfit light and bright, I added in a white pair of shoes.
pink lace top | light wash jeans | white slides | earrings
FOR FALL
WITH FLARED JEANS
To transition this lace blouse into fall, I’m adding in darker colors. For a dressy casual fall look, dark wash flared jeans are perfect. The light pink really stands out next the dark blue. Since this pink has more of an earth tone feel, I thought these dark tan heels really complimented the outfit. This would work for casual office look, date night, or dinner with friends.
long sleeve lace top | flared jeans | heels | earrings
WITH DISTRESSED JEANS & LOAFERS
This outfit is the most versatile of the bunch working for both spring and fall. Distressed jeans are an easy way to dress down a fancier top like this lace one. To keep with the casual vibe, I paired it with my tan flats. You could also add in a pair of tan booties for a more fall look.
lace top | distressed jeans | flats | earrings
WITH BLACK JEANS & MULES
Black is another color that really helps add contrast to the lighter pink of this top. You could go with multiple shoe options here, a tall brown boot would work really well towards the end of fall. For the early fall season, I’m really loving how this light pink works with the cognac brown of my mules.
lace top | black jeans | brown mules | earrings
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