Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Chicken Noodle Salad

Yes, I have been a little quiet lately. It seems I have started a compltely new workout routine and eating plan, so it has been taking up a lot of my time. In addition, we have been busy with lots of summer plans. I did want to hop on the computer tonight to share a new recipe. I have been searching for easy, healthy summer recipes for my family because my husband works outside and doesn't want hot food for dinner. So this is what I found. It came from this book:

which I swiped from my mother-in-law many years ago. (Shh, don't tell!)
So here is the recipe, with my small changes included:

*Chicken Noodle Salad*
8oz Fettuccine (I used Ronzoni Smart Taste Enriched White Angel Hair instead)
1 1/2 C. 99% Fat Free Chicken Broth
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 ground ginger
1 can or 2 C. cubed cooked chicken breast (I like the cans from Costco!)
2 carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 C. frozen peas
1/3 C. low-fat sour cream
2 Tbsp. low fat (light) mayonnaise
1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
1 Tbsp.fresh lemon juice
1/3 C. snipped fresh dill
1/2 tsp. salt
2 ribs celery, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the noodles until just tender. Drain well.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring the broth, pepper, and ginger to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to a simmer, add the chicken, cover, and cook for about 10 min. Add the carrots for the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Add the peas to the skillet and remove from heat. Reserving the cooking liquid, drain the chicken and vegetables.
3. In a large bowl, combine the 1/2 C. of reserved liquid, the sour cream, mayo, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, and salt. Add the pasta, chicken, carrots, peas, and celery, tossing to combine. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Makes 4 servings. Prep:20min. Total time: 30min.
For those of you that would like nutritional information...
Fat 8 grams
Calories-415
Protiein-32grams

If you are on Weight Watchers, this is 7 points.


Enjoy!
Oh, and P.S.- my husband loved it!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

What Time Is It ?



I've been gone on vacation and spent many hours at the pool reading lots of great fashion magazines. There's no better way to spend your vacation trust me ! One of my many great finds while reading where Rumba Watches. There very cool ! I even saw a life guard girl wearing one at the pool.
This is there original watch. I love it ! This color is called Double Dare



Or what about this one ! This color is called Grapesicle !



They also have a lot of other great colors and styles ! Cant wait to add one to my growing watch collection! Oh and did I mention there only $20 ! Can't beat that now can you !
http://www.rumbatime.com/

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Great Summer Finds !



If your looking for some super cute summer clothes check out bebe. I was in there store last night and found lots of great finds !

Here are a few of the many great styles they have in store !


Cinched Side Cowl Neck Tunic $44.00


Striped Halter Dress $89.00


The Perfect Party Dress !
Colorblocked Cutout Dress $98.00


Sarah Winged Metallic Sandal $69.00


Theres are super fun !
Heidi Satin Bow Slingback Sandals $129.00

Another Great Polish Find

I just discovered a polish called Zoya. They have super hot colors and lots of them ! I recommend you checking them out if you haven't heard of them.




I just got this color called Charisma !$7
Zoya Nail Polish in Charisma can be best described as: Ultra bright neon fluorescent magenta/red-toned purple cream. This neon shade dries matte, but also can be worn with topcoat for a glossy finish.





Check out this fun set for summer ! Its called La-Di-Da
This is a sample pack $36
Zoya Nail Polish: La-di-da Collection is big, beautiful nail color! Six hot off the runway, ready-to-wear creams from Zoya.

To find many more great shades check out there website at www.zoya.com

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

It's like they were reading my mind!

I am still unpacking and painting, but I had to share something great that I found. I had a spot in my new bathroom/laundry room that I knew would be great for some baskets for sorting laundry. I was looking for something tall and skinny so that I could fit 4 for of them in there-whites, darks, colors, and towels. Well, I found this!


Sterilite Sorting Hamper
I love them! They were only $6.50 at Wal-Mart. My favorite part is that they hook together or you can separate them. They come with stickers to put on the outside that say darks, whites, and colors. I was super excited to find them. Now, I have to go to laundry!

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Eyes Lips Face



I discovered e.l.f. makeup a few years back. You can't beat their prices, they are cheap ! They have stuff for your eyes, lips, face, nails, brushes and tools. If you're looking for a one time eye shadow color for a certain outfit this is the place to go ! You can get a duo eye shadow for a buck $$$$ !



Check it out..... they are great products for a small price. They're now available in some stores and of course online.
www.eyeslipsface.com

Friday, June 4, 2010

Nooka Watches


I'm loving watches right now especially the bright colored ones ! There are so many options now when it comes to watches. They can defiantly be a fun accessory. Nooka watches are like none you have ever seen ! I like them cause they are different and come in lots of different colors and designs.

Check them out ! Let us know what you think !

www.nooka.com

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Love it or Hate it ?


Personally I love the one piece tube jumpers. I think there darling ! Super comfy and cute !
Tell me what you think ! Do you love them or hate them ?

This one is by Matty M $59.00 on sale at Hautelook right now