Happy 50th Anniversary!
So, this is kind of a random post for me. It isn’t related to decorating, recipes, kids, fashion, or even Beauty.
Well…..
Maybe that last one. You will find out what I mean in a second.
Nope! I found out that today is the Anniversary of something. Something everyone has heard of in one shape or form.
I’ll give you a hint!
“Shocking. Positively Shocking.”
(No? Not yet?)
Ok, then. What about……
“Vodka Martini. Shaken, not stirred!”
(Still? Nothing?)
Ok, then What about……
“Bond, JAMES BOND!”
That’s right, ladies! Oh! And gentlemen.
It’s Happy 50th Anniversary to the James Bond Films.
SO! I thought it would be fun to play a little game. Let’s call it, “The Best of Bond….. James Bond!”
Who do you think was “the best” James Bond????
This question gets asked a lot, but since I have never asked it …. this gives me the right to do so.
So, do you think Bachelor # 1 ???
Roger Moore ?
or Bachelor # 2 ???
( Timothy Dalton )
or Bachelor # 3 ????
( Pierce Brosnan )
or Bachelor # 4 ???
Oops! How did he get in there??? My bad…
I meant,
( Daniel Craig )
OR…….. Last, but DEFINITELY not least…..
May I present Bachelor # 5
The one and only,
( in my best Scottish accent) SEAN CONNERY!
I thought I would just leave you with this picture burned into your memory!
Happy 50th Boys!
T.G.I.F.
F.Y.I. – I know I didn’t technically list all the dudes who played Bond. I only listed the important ones. Please do not take offense to this. ; )
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Chicken Piccata
My husband loves Chicken Piccata. He also loves ANYTHING with capers. I hadn’t fixed it in a little while and the other night, I happened to have everything on hand that was needed.
Well,
ALMOST everything. Usually, the recipe I do calls for white wine. Since I didn’t have any of that, I used chicken stock. All that meant was that it would be a good substitute for the wine and my children wouldn’t be walking around bumping into things. J/K
It is actually a really easy, fast meal.
All you need is a some lemons, capers (which taste like mini olives and can be found right next to them in the grocery store), butter, spaghetti noodles, chicken stock, chicken breast and a little flour.
I guess you could call it a 30 minute 20 minute meal.
If you love lemons and olives, you will love this dish.
Recipe: Chicken Piccata
Ingredients:
-4 skinless and boneless thin cut chicken breasts
– Salt/Pepper for seasoning
– All-purpose flour, for dredging
– 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
– 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
– 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1/2 cup chicken stock
– 1 small jar of brined capers, rinsed
– 1 lb. Thin Spaghetti Noodles
– lemon slices for garnish
Directions:
– Cook Thin Spaghetti Noodles according to package instructions.
– Salt/Pepper chicken breast and dredge in flour. Set aside.
– Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
– Cook chicken breast for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
– Remove from pan and set aside.
– To the same pan, add lemon juice, chicken stock , and capers. Bring to a slow boil, scraping up any loose brown bits from chicken.
– Return chicken breast to pan and allow to simmer for 5 additional minutes.
– On a platter, layer spaghetti noodles.
– Remove chicken from sauce and layer on top of noodles.
– To the sauce, add butter and whisk until smooth.
– Throw in lemon slices and pour sauce over chicken.
Enjoy!
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Burlap Wreaths
When I went to my friends house the other day, I noticed her adorable wreath on her front door.
It was made from Burlap and had the cutest “B” hanging on it for their last name. The first thing I said to her when I came in was, ” I MUST HAVE A WREATH LIKE THAT!”
I asked her where she got it and to my Horror, she said she made it! I say Horror because while I like to think of myself as creative, I have never tried to make a wreath before. However, the Horror changed to Delight when she told me she would make me one. Well two, since I have a double front door now on my house.
Which (sidebar) reminds me! Double front doors are beautiful! In fact, they are fantastic! You can open both when bringing in furniture so you no longer scrape door ways. They have a grand appearance as well.
HOWEVER!
You always have to buy two of every stinkin kind of decoration so that it looks proportioned. Which translates into lots and lots of $.
I’m lucky my good friend loves me and agreed to make them for me for cost. Even if she didn’t, in my opinion they are VERY reasonable. Especially considering their size. She starts with a 22in. grapevine wreath for the base. Adding the burlap makes it even larger!
She makes and sells one of these for $50 each. Here is a link to her Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/KDiddlespropshop?fref=ts
She is awesome and doesn’t just make wreaths, so check it out.
(Apparently, you also have to get 2 welcome door mats or it doesn’t look proportioned!!!)
This is the cute little “Z” she put for mine. I’m thinking about attaching Halloween ornaments for a seasonal look. Regardless, this is a “year round” look, but especially great for the Fall and Winter.
This is the first wreath’s little sister, so she doesn’t get lonely.
And (second side bar) , this was my breakfast this past Saturday morning.
Don’t judge me!
–Happy Monday Everyone! : )
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Kale Chips
Let me just tell you, Kale Chips are SOOOOO good. I love leafy greens and when you throw these bad boys into the oven and sprinkle a little Parmesan on them, they are AMAZING!
Z and I usually fight over them, so when I’m trying to make him jealous, I’ll fix these for lunch, take a picture, and send it to him. You know, like a good wife!
Not only are these Kale Chips good, they are REALLY GOOD FOR YOU! They have Vitamin A, B, C, K ……. L, M, N,O, AND P. (Just kidding)
You get the picture though. They are really easy to fix too.
Here is what I did:
Rinse a small bunch of Kale.
Pat dry with a paper towel, making sure that you get as much of the water off as possible. If not, they might get soggy in the oven instead of crispy.
Then, pull leaves off of stem.
Tear leaves to desired size. You dont have to worry too much about this.
Then take some Pam spray and lightly coat a cookie sheet or roasting pan.
Place Kale on pan and lightly spray tops with more Pam spray.
Now, pop into a preheated 375 degree oven and bake for 10 minutes or until desired crispness. Do not leave unattended too long as they could get too crispy and become somewhat burnt.
When finished, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
ENJOY!
Make sure you get one before this happens!
Recipe: Kale Chips
Ingredients:
– 1 small bunch of Kale
– Pam spray
– 1 to 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese
– salt/pepper to taste
Directions:
– Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
– Rinse Kale and pat dry with a paper towel. Make sure that Kale is as dry as possible. If Kale is still wet, it may get soggy in oven instead of crisping up.
– Remove stems.
– Tear Kale in small pieces to desired size.
– Spray a cookie sheet or roasting tray lightly with Pam spray so that Kale does not stick.
– Layer Kale on cookie sheet and spray lightly with more Pam spray.
– Bake Kale chips for 10 minutes or until desired crispness.
– Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, Salt, and Pepper.
Enjoy!
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