Friday Favorites!

It's finally Friday! I feel like this week has been particularly long for some reason. I am sooo glad to have arrived at the end of it.

Some things that are my favorite this week:

1.) Lancome Juicy Shaker


If you are a child of the 90's, you probably remember the super popular Juicy Tubes from Lancome. I remember my sister had tons of those, along with Lancome Miracle perfume and that scent instantly makes me nostalgic for her wicker vanity and a pair of black pumps we fought over all the time :) Anyway, this new product is sheer, and considered a lip "oil" which sounds perfect for summer! It keeps your lips moisturized, not sticky and has a hint of color. I want the juicy watermelon shade:

2.) Heated Eyelash Curler



This little product is amazing! It was really inexpensive and makes a huge difference with my lashes. The little red piece turns clear when it's heated up. I use it right before I apply my mascara and love the result.  

3.) Essie Bubble Bath nail polish

This is the perfect sheer pink polish. I paint two coats and I love that it still shows my nails under, but gives them a really natural look. If I don't have nail polish on, my nails tend to peel and never grow long(ish). This stuff really does last 3-4 days without any chips, and when it does chip a little, it doesn't show because the color is so natural. Love this and have been wearing on repeat for the last month!

4.) Edy's Outshine Fruit Bars

I love any kind of frozen treat.  I don't limit myself to summer, but when it really starts to get warm and it's light outside until 8 pm or later, I have to have a popsicle. This was a daily ritual in ym childhood, and I am still mad that there aren't the Lifesaver Flavor Posicles, or Jello Fruit pops anymore! Those were both my absolute favorite. But, this Edy's fruit bar is really good. I love anything peach flavored and these are so yummy!  

5.) Twinnings Cold Brew Iced Tea, peach flavor

So good, and it really is perfect when steeped in cold water! It doesn't hardly need any sugar. I add a little bit of stevia, and it's the perfect drink! I drink mostly water, but I looove iced tea, especially sweet, and again peach. I haven't been able to find it the last two times I was at Kroger, so I may end up ordering it.

Hope you have a fabulous weekend! It's supposed to rain here on Saturday, but Sunday looks beautiful! XOXO

Five on Friday!

Five on Friday!

Today I am linking up with some of my favorite bloggers, April from A. Liz Adventures, to talk about 5 things you may not know about me!

1.) I was born in 1982, and am a Leo. Although I don’t think that necessarily means anything.

2.) All the women in my family are “M” names and I have never hated my name, Megan Patricia

3.) I lived in Ankara, Turkey for 3 years from 1990-1993 and attended a British school. I left with a pretty good British accent, almost fluent in Turkish, and friends and times I will always look back on fondly.

4.) I have seen every episode of Seinfeld several times. My husband and I started watching it together when we first started dating, and we quickly learned we both had similar senses of humor. My favorite is probably half George/ half Elaine. I see myself in both of them! (ha!)

5.) Speaking of humor, I have a very sarcastic and irreverent sense of humor. Most people who know me very well know I have a contagious laugh and find pretty much everything funny. One of my old high school friends told me the other day, I should try stand up. Umm, not that brave.

Hope you all have a great weekend! Our peonies are looking and smelling beautiful. The weather is going to be beautiful, and there is a lot going on in Knoxville! The International Biscuit festival is happening on Market square this Saturday! If you are local- you must check it out!

www.biscuitfest.com

Wednesday Recipes!

Today I have 2 recipes for 2 current favorite things to eat when the warm weather hits.

1.) Italian Pasta Salad

I make this at least once a week for an easy side dish or even main dish. It's delicious the next day, and the flavor gets even better! It's delicious and one of my favorite things in the warm months.

   

     1 box Rainbow Rotini pasta, cooked, and drained.

     6 ounces sweet, local tomatoes chopped

     6 ounces Green Bell pepper, chopped

     1/2 Purple Onion, chopped (optional, I actually leave this out!)

     6 ounces mozzarella string cheese, chopped into bite sized pieces

      ** This recipe is pretty versatile and you can also add salami, olives, cucumbers, anything you have on hand!

     

   Dressing:

   1/2 cup Olive Oil

   1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar

    1 tsp dried basil, parsley, oregano seasoning.

    1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Cook pasta according to directions, drain and rinse with cold water. Let cool. Meanwhile chop and dice all the veggies and cubed cheese. Combine pasta, fresh veggies and cheese. Mix up dressing in small glass pitcher or bowl. Pour over pasta and veggie combo. Chill for about 20 minutes before serving. Add fresh lemon and Parmesan cheese to garnish. 

2.) Tres Leches Cake

  I made this a few weeks ago for a dinner party and it was a big hit. The delicious combination of sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and cream is the show stopper in this recipe for sure. 

Ingredients

1 yellow cake mix (with pudding) baked as directed in 13 by 9-inch pan

For topping mixture:

1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup rum (or to taste)

To finish:
Whipped cream, to cover cake

Fresh strawberries, for garnish

Poke holes in the cake with a fork all over. Pour topping mixture over cake. Let mixture absorb completely in refrigerator.
Cover with whipped cream and strawberries, serve chilled from refrigerator.