Fun Foodies Friday

Creamy Seafood Pasta

This is surely a treat for all those pasta lovers out there. I am a FAN of pasta and not because I love food. There are so much variety when it comes to this kind of dish. Around this time of year we all are starting to eat our favorite comfort foods. Pasta is definitely on the top of the list. Super fast to make and fun to eat.  It serves eight people in only 30 minutes.

Let's begin with Ingredients....


16      oz uncooked linguine

1

can (18.5 oz) Progresso® Traditional New England clam chowder

1

cup milk

1/2

cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)

2

cloves garlic, minced

2

tablespoons olive oil

1 1/2

lb uncooked peeled deveined large shrimp, tails peeled

1

package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)

4

medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)

1/4

to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2

cup chopped fresh parsley

Salt and pepper to taste, if desired

1/2

cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz), if desired

Directions:


In 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven, cook linguine as directed on package. Drain well; return to Dutch oven and cover to keep warm.

Meanwhile, in blender, place clam chowder, milk, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and the garlic; blend on medium speed until mixture is smooth. Set aside.                               

 In 12-inch nonstick skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add shrimp, mushrooms and onions; cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp turn pink.

Stir in pepper flakes and soup mixture; cook until thoroughly heated. Stir in parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Pour over cooked linguine in Dutch oven; toss gently to coat. Top individual servings with Parmesan cheese.

All done! Begin to serve  :-)

DVF Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

Here are a few pieces that I want to share with you from her upcoming collection.

It is always good to stay ahead of the fashion trends. Even if it is a season or two ..for me anyways!!!         Hope you like :-)

GUCCI SPRING/SUMMER 2012

Here are a few pieces that will be out in the next season. Hope you enjoy!

Stripes in the Park

It was a perfect day for a stroll in the park. To me, days like this means casual but fun. I brought along some friends and family to enjoy the great weather and scenery. Loving the fall makes it so easier for me to wear all my favorites things like this vintage jacket :-))

Terrific Treat Tuesdays

 Slow Cooked Shredded Turkey Wraps

This recipe is for all those sports fans out there. Sports are very popular in most households so I'm giving something you can enjoy while you watch the game.  I am a sports lover myself and it just feels good to have a nice meal as your are enjoying the sport of choice. Football, Basketball and Baseball are the sports I love to watch :-).  Filling you up from this recipe and maybe leaving just enough room for dessert is a good way to start off.

It takes about seven hours to make but it is worth it because it serves up to 16 people!


All things you would need to begin...


 Ingredients

 

2

lb turkey breast tenderloins

1/4

teaspoon seasoned salt

1/4

teaspoon pepper

1

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1/3

cup water

2

packages (1 oz each) Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix

2

packages (11 oz each) Old El Paso® flour tortillas for burritos (16 tortillas; 8 inch)

2

cups bite-size pieces lettuce

2

cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

This a slow cook recipe so be sure to follow all directions(which is very simple).

Directions


Place turkey in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and pepper. Add onion and water.                             

Cover and cook on low heat setting 6 to 7 hours or until juice of turkey is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.

                                  

Remove turkey from slow cooker. Shred turkey, using 2 forks. Measure liquid from slow cooker; add enough water to liquid to measure 2 cups. Mix seasoning mixes (dry) and liquid mixture in slow cooker. Stir in shredded turkey.

Cover and cook on low heat setting 1 hour.

Spoon about 1/4 cup turkey onto center of each tortilla; top with lettuce and cheese. Roll up tortillas.

Now enjoy your your game as you dig into this great recipe :-)

To my Fashion Icon Audrey Hepburn

Since I was a little girl, I always wanted to be someone who would make a difference in the world. First, I wanted to be a lawyer (to fight for people) then a teacher (to help others learn). There was always something strongly behind the reason. Well, I believe someone I saw on TV one day helped started all that.

Watching Audrey in her plays and movie roles helped shape what I'm today. She is the ultimate heroin to me. Her simple and classic looks, smile and terrific charm always set the stage for this phenomenal superstar. From the becoming one of the world's most famous actresses to her passionate work as a humanitarian, Audrey was everything most woman wanted to be. She was graceful, kind, and very humble.

This gorgeous British actress became a fashion icon and was inducted into the Hall of Fame's International Best Dressed List. Her signature cat eyes, clean and streamlined tailor clothing all were just a few of my favorite things about her. Throughout her career, a well known designer Givenchy, was then discovered and inspired by her. The name speaks for itself. The talented work of this designer is just outstanding.

After filming and going into her older years, she then dedicated her life to helping others. Remembering her quote (which is my favorite) "As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself,and the other for helping others".  Throughout her travels to South America and Africa, she was awarded the Presidential Metal of Freedom for work a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador:-). Hard work really pays off especially if you do it from the heart.



I hope you enjoyed my dedication to one of my favorite fashion icons. She had inspired me in some many ways. Thank you Audrey for your everything :-)!!

My YouTube Channel

Yes, that's right! I know you probably thinking WHAT! Did you think I would never do such a thing? Well, I didn't at first. My decision was based on me being inspired by so many ladies I have seen. Viewing the videos seem so easy but fun all at the same time. They had giving me the courage to do it, which by the way wasn't so easy.

Publishing my video was harder than I thought. This channel is just my way of sharing more of me to those who also enjoy Fashion and Beauty.  I hope you enjoy this video. Reminder: This is my first one so....it is still a baby. Please be gentle :-)

Leave a comment below and tell me what you think.

Fun Foodies Friday

Graham-Crusted Tilapia

Hope this gets your mouth watering. If you are a fish lover then you probably would love this recipe. This dish is light, healthy and  delicious. Try it cause you just might like it!


Prep time is 25 minutes which serves 4 people

Ingredients

 1

lb tilapia, cod, haddock or other medium-firm fish fillets, about 3/4 inch thick

1/2

cup graham cracker crumbs (about 8 squares)

1

teaspoon grated lemon peel

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/8

teaspoon pepper

1/4

cup fat-free (skim) milk

2

tablespoons canola oil

2

tablespoons chopped toasted pecans

Directions

Move oven rack to position slightly above middle of oven. Heat oven to 500°F.

Cut fish fillets crosswise into 2-inch-wide pieces. In shallow dish, mix cracker crumbs, lemon peel, salt and pepper. Place milk in another shallow dish.                                                                   

Dip fish into milk, then coat with cracker mixture. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch pan. Drizzle oil over fish; sprinkle with pecans.

                                   

Bake about 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Now that your done, eat up and enjoy :-)!

PREVIEW SPRING 2012

Look like more FLORALS

ALEXANDER WANG

SPRING 2012

This is just a preview..more to come!

Updated Urban Decay Collection

This is just let you know that some items from the collection is now out in your local Sephora, Ulta, and Nordstorm locations.

Happy Shopping :-)

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OBSESSION

Love Love Love...did I say love?

FALLING for Nanette Lepore

Here are some outfits from Nanette Lepore's fall collection. She is an amazing designer I am always inspired by her fall pieces. They are so pretty and feminine.

In this collection, she is using neutral and pastel colors from the spring/summer into the fall. This is a great way to lighten up your fall pieces instead of  the normal autumn colors.

Sheer Pullover Sweater with a Flowing Skirt

Cardigan with Flowing Dress

Romantic Lace Dress

Sheer Lace Dress

Coat with Romantic Silk Blouse with Skinny Jeans

If there is one thing I love about the fall, it is layering. You can still wear your summer clothing and mix them with fall pieces. A jacket, cardigan or sweater could dress up or down any outfit :=)

Comment below and tell me what you think of the collection?

Fun Foodies Friday

Pulled Chicken Sandwich with Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

Here is one sandwich you cannot resist. Everything you could want or at least one thing in it. Check out the recipe below. Try something new or different for a change. C'mon, you know you want too!

It takes about 50 minutes to prepare and less time to eat it:)


Ingredients

Sauce

1/2

cup root beer

1/2

cup ketchup

3

tablespoons cider vinegar

2

tablespoons yellow mustard

1

tablespoon packed brown sugar

2

teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/4

teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/8

teaspoon ground ginger

1

clove garlic, smashed

Dash of red pepper sauce

Sandwiches

1

deli rotisserie chicken (unflavored), skin and bones removed, shredded (about 3 cups)

4

kaiser rolls, split

2

cups purchased coleslaw

Directions
In 2-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients to boiling over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.

Remove garlic cloves. Add shredded chicken to sauce and stir until chicken is evenly coated. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until chicken is hot.                             

 Place about 1 cup chicken mixture on bottom of each roll and top with about 1/2 cup coleslaw and bun top.


All done..now tell me if it taste as good as it looks! BTW: It serves four people.

GLITTER MANIA

Do Ya think I'm sexy, Glamourous Life

Good Girl Gone Bad, I love the Nightlife

Shake your Groove Thing, Stairway to Heaven

Here is the Holiday Collection 2011 from Deborah Lippman. They will be available in October at your nearest Barneys, Neiman Marcus, Nordstorm or DeborahLippman.com

Which are your favorites? I'm in love with Good Girl Gone Bad and Glamorous Life!

Terrific Treats Tuesday

Cookies and Cream Whoopie Pies

This treat is good on any day of the week but on those days when you want to have something sweet ...well here it is! You can prepare this in no time. The prep time is 50 minutes which serves up to 14 people.  Anyone can do this....prep,bake and eat. Hope you like!


You would need the following ingredients:

Cookies

1

pouch Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix

1/3

cup unsweetened baking cocoa

2

tablespoons Gold Medal® all-purpose flour

1/3

cup sour cream

1/4

cup butter or margarine, softened

1

teaspoon vanilla

1

egg

1/2

cup sugar

Filling

8

creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed

1

cup Betty Crocker® Whipped fluffy white frosting (from 12-oz container)

1/2

cup marshmallow creme                                           

 

 

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir together cookie mix, cocoa and flour. Add sour cream, butter, vanilla and egg; stir until stiff dough

2. Shape dough into 28 (1 1/4-inch) balls. Roll in sugar. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls 2 inches apart. Press each ball to flatten slightly.

3. Bake 8 to 9 minutes or until set (do not overbake). Cool 2 minutes; remove from the sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.

 

 4. In small bowl, stir filling ingredients until well mixed. To make each whoopie pie, spread about 2 teaspoons filling on bottom of 1 cookie. Top with second cookie, bottom side down; gently press cookies together. Store between sheets of waxed paper in tightly covered container.

Art is Beautiful..Beauty is Artful

Which pictures is your favorite? Comment below!!

Urban Decay Holiday Collection 2011

This is for all the UD lovers, makeup newbies and oldies!!! I have been a UD fan for a little while and I must say... their products are very good quality. There is one thing I cannot stand in makeup is low quality products. It can be from a high end line down to the drugstore. Nowadays, drugstore makeup is stepping up with other well known brand in department stores. Well, that is another story..moving on.

I am presenting to you the Urban Decay Holiday Collection which will be release sometime  in October. Available in Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom, and Macy's locations near you. Check out the pictures below.

BTW: All pencil sets are travel size.

This collection is small but has vibrant and neutral colors for the fall season.

From Clockwise:
Midnight Emergency (top right corner) $28
24/7 Pencil Sets (below Midnight Emergency and bottom left) $32
24/7 Electric Pencil Sets $32
Urban Decay Nail Kit $28
Mariposa Eyeshadow Palette $39
Stardust Lipgloss $19

24/7 Electric Pencil Set(left to right)

Perversion-matte black
Ransom-shimmery purple
Woodstock-shimmery hot pink
Radium-shimmery bright blue
Junkie-green with gold flecks

Mariposa Eyeshadow Palette
Top Row-Bottom Row(left to right)

Rockstar,Gunmetal,Skimp,Infamous,Wreckage,Haigt,Money,Mushroom,Spotlight and Limelight

Nail Kit

Gunmetal,Hotmess,Ziggy,Wrecked and Barlust

 24/7 Pencil Set

Zero,Demolition,Bourbon,Underground and StrayDog

FALLing for Posts

Hey guys! I'm back! Fall is officially here. What was your summer like???

 Most people are heading back to work from vacation. Kids are back in school.

Last month, was the first time I started a blog. It was very exciting to begin sharing things that I love the most to others.Thinking it was going to be difficult turned out to be great in a very unique way.  This month expect more posts. Just random things here and there. My blog is not just FASHION but it is about things that are interested to me.


Hope you enjoy the following posts. Stick around to check out more. If you are new to my blog, please scroll down to view older posts. DON'T HESITATE TO LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW ;-D