Slow Cooker Thai Coconut Soup

{Recipe from 365 days of Slow Cooking}

• 1 (14oz) can light coconut milk
• 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste (I put a little extra)
• 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 oz white mushrooms, sliced
• 2 lemongrass stalks
• fresh lime juice to taste (I used 5, but I like it really tangy)
• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
• salt and pepper 

1. Combine coconut milk, curry paste, broth, chicken, mushrooms and lemongrass in slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours.
3. Remove lemongrass stalks and discard. Shred the chicken and mix it.
4. Add in lime juice, to taste. Salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into serving bowls and top with a bit of cilantro. 

I actually completely ignored the last step because I am super awesome at reading directions. So I squeezed in two limes at step 1 and then by then time it was done was really confused as to why it tasted so bland. So I squeezed three more limes in, added a chicken bouillon cube, extra curry paste, and a bit of soy sauce. It was delicious. Makes about 6 servings.

Pumpkins & Eyeballs

{Happy Halloween!}

[Flapper Dreams] Halloween Costume Ideas

Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic Tomatoes

{What's Cookin' Good Lookin'}

Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic Tomatoes

{Recipe from Better Homes & Gardens}

• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/3 cup coarsely chopped, seeded tomato
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 beef tenderloin steaks, cut 3/4 inch thick (about 8 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon snipped fresh thyme (optional)

Directions

1. In a small saucepan bring vinegar to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until reduced to 1/4 cup. Stir tomatoes into hot vinegar reduction.

2. Meanwhile, trim fat from steaks. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add steaks; reduce heat to medium. Cook to desired doneness, turning once. Allow 7 to 9 minutes for medium-rare (145 degrees F) to medium (160 degrees F).

3. To serve, spoon vinegar reduction over steaks. Sprinkle with thyme.

Fall Fashion

It's still hot as balls here in Florida but I can't wait for the Fall season to really begin.

Beautiful layered looks, boots, and crossing our fingers for cooler less disgustingly hot weather.

Chloe + Isabel just released their new Fall 2013 collection and as alway they are spot on.

Deep rich jewel tones as well as delicate neutrals. 

I've already picked up a few pieces for myself.

You can shop the new collection at my boutique: 

www.chloeandisabel.com/boutique/stylewhimsy

Red/White/Blue

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lulus.com

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Chloe + Isabel

Just opened my own {Chloe + Isabel Boutique: Style Whimsy}

Made this board on polyvore to showcase some

awesome statement necklaces that are on sale right now.

Chloe + Isabel Sale! by sillymarie on Polyvore

Almond Joy Cupcakes

I made over 100 cupcakes for my mom's wedding but I was most excited to try out this recipe. These almond joy cupcakes were a hit and they just look so freaking adorable. The recipe was from the blog {yourcupofcake}

 

 



Monki (Miami)

Monki sleeveless shirt
$34 - monki.com

Monki cotton t shirt
$8.19 - monki.com

Monki highwaisted shorts
$34 - monki.com

Monki tech accessory
$16 - monki.com

Monki (NYC)

Monki sheer blouse
$48 - monki.com

Monki
$20 - monki.com

Monki wool hat
$27 - monki.com

Ice, Ice, Kiddos [Sweden]

Had a lovely winter break in Sweden. Other than the freezing my but off and everyone getting sick. I got to see the bestest sister ever and all the rest of my family. Oh and of course do a bit of shopping ;] 

 

{Favorite things I bought}

-Crazy cat lady stackable rings

-Galaxy print kimono robe

       

Monki Love by sillymarie