Just Tuesday

It's only 1pm and I've actually got a lot of cleaning done! Not just tidying, like... The kind of cleaning you only do when you're putting off something else you don't want to do. In my case it's addressing Christmas cards.

6 loads of laundry washed and actually put away later, the baby is finally ready for a nap. And unto us a new seasonal American spinoff of the Great British Baking show. Oh- its Christmas! Can I be Mary Berry when I grow up?

Is it too early for a glass of wine?
How does one stay on top of laundry so they don't have to do 6 at a time?

spaghetti squash deliciousness

I have not been maximizing my spaghetti squash to the fullest potential.
We have all learned to cut our spaghetti squash in half BUT it turns out the strands do not run vertically; they run in a circle! If you cut your spaghetti squash in slices you will get longer strands and  maybe an even easier cooking time!
I have been obsessed with this recipe, especially since learning the secrets of the squash.

Enjoy!

Poke several holes into the spaghetti squash with a knife. Place on a microwave safe dish and microwave for 10 minutes. Remove from microwave with oven mitt. (It will be HOT!)

Slice spaghetti squash into even rings. Return to plate and microwave for another 5 minutes, or until tender. In the meantime, prepare the shrimp. An easy method is to boil shrimp for just a few minutes or until they are pinkish.

Heat the oil in a large pan (like a wok) over medium heat. Once heated, add onion and garlic and saute for about 5 minutes, or until garlic is fragrant) 

Once spaghetti squash is cool, peel the strands away from rind with a fork. Add to pan. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Add sundried tomatoes and kale and cook until kale is wilted. Finish with basil - this is what I use, toss in shrimp.

Serve warm and enjoy!

Spaghetti Squash Delicious

One medium spaghetti squash
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 yellow or white onion, chopped
1 tsp. garlic, minced
1/2 c. sundried tomatoes, chopped
2 handfuls of kale (or spinach)
1/2 lb. shrimp (i like raw, de-veined shrimp)
Salt and pepper to taste

1) Poke several holes into the spaghetti squash with a knife. Place on a microwave safe dish and microwave for 10 minutes. Remove from microwave with oven mitt. (It will be HOT!)

2) Slice spaghetti squash into even rings. Return to plate and microwave for another 5 minutes, or until tender. In the meantime, prepare the shrimp. An easy method is to boil shrimp for just a few minutes or until they are pinkish.

3) Heat the oil in a large pan (like a wok) over medium heat. Once heated, add onion and garlic and saute for about 5 minutes, or until garlic is fragrant.p4) Once spaghetti squash is cool, peel the strands away from rind with a fork. Add to pan. Add salt and pepper to taste.

4) Add sundried tomatoes and kale and cook until kale is wilted.

5) Peel the shrimp (hopefully they are cool by now) and stir into dish.

6) Finish with a tablespoon of chopped fresh basil OR if you are a cheater like me, this basil paste that taste awesome and doesn't go bad.

7) Serve warm and enjoy!!

night and day

People always say that we look alike; and we agree. But our styles could not be more different. Inspired by this popular pin from Pinterest, we took to our closets to recreate the general feel of the outfit.

all black + statement piece

Mara: I tend to gravitate towards preppy pieces and also chic for cheap pieces. This is a jersey knit maxi so it is super versatile. I wore it with wedges for this date night look, but the world is your oyster and you could do almost ANY shoe!    shop the look:

dress (similar here and here and here oh...and here)
necklace (similar here...and only $6!!)
shoes: (similar here)

Sarah:
I love homemade accessories! Most of my wardrobe consists of neutral colors and practically no patterns- I like simple staple items that let me wear a really quirky accessories like a grey cheetah print scarf or a cat print cardigan.
shop the look:
scarf: homemade (fabric here)
shoes: h&m