What's for Dinner? 5.11.15

How has Monday snuck up again already? We have a busy week this week so I'm aiming for recipes that are packed full of flavor that will keep my motivation for cooking high. And judging by the look of some of these recipes, I'm looking forward to cooking every day this week. 

Monday: Sesame Chicken from Brown Eyed Baker
I used to think good Chinese food at our house could only be purchased. Now that I've tried a few of these recipes, I've found it's a lot easier than I thought to make yummy chicken recipes that rival our favorite take-out places.

Tuesday: Bruschetta with Garlic Mozzarella Toast from This Heart of Mine
My favorite bruschetta focuses on tomatoes as the main star with cheese and fresh herbs as secondary players. I love that this recipe melts the cheese into your base layer, leaving the finished texture fresh and delicious.

Wednesday: Chicken and Andouille Jambalaya from chow.com
Matt and I both love spicy food and a good jambalaya for us means chicken and sausage with lots of spice. This recipe is time consuming but worth it for leftovers that last us several days.

Thursday: Carrot Caraway Soup
Rain, rain....don't go away. I love that my plants are getting well watered after a good stretch of sunshine. To go along with the cloudy weather, this simple, creamy soup sounds absolutely perfect.

Friday: Taco Salad from Damn Delicious
As someone who's pretty picky about salads, taco salad is one combination that is always a winner. I love the different textures incorporated while still maintaining a similar flavor theme.

And for dessert...

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie from The Pioneer Woman

Not only am I obsessed with this pie, but I love how perfectly this picture conveys how consumingly addicting it is. So good, you won't be able to resist before getting a complete photo. Chocolate cookies crust with a creamy peanut butter filling?! How could you not try it this week?

Weekend Whimsies

Photo via Patrick Marker / Over Skagit

1. Putting together Disney songs and 90's hits? I'm in heaven.

2. Spring has arrived! Which means it's time for spring cleaning... These helpful recipes help make creating all-natural solutions a breeze.

3. Think you can easily guess what people google? Try this game to test your skills.

4. Since we're both turning thirty in a couple of months, we found this list of things to do when you're thirty particularly helpful.

5. The memes alone on this collection of dad jokes make me laugh.

6. Everywhere you look...there's news of the Full House spinoff actually happening. I may have to re-subscribe to Netflix for this one.

7. Tulip festivals around the country have pretty much wrapped up their season. So what does it take to get these beautiful bulbs to return every year?

We hope you have a great weekend!

Weekend Whimsies

1. Can clothes be cost-conscious, socially responsible, and fashionable? This company says yes.

2. Got the travel bug? Six free apps to feed your wanderlust.

3. If you're thinking about adding a little wallpaper to your abode, prepare to be inspired.

4. Oops! Are you making one of these common cooking mistakes?

5. When I saw this on the cover of Sunset, I actually wanted to go camping (who am I?). 

6. Think beyond lasagna. 12 delicious ideas for ricotta.

7. Ready for a break from Marvel superheroes? Try one of these films for movie night.

8. The world's best macarons. Yum.

9. Say hello to little Cora. Old-fashioned baby names making a modern comeback.

10. And, of course, Lilly launches at Target on Sunday! Here's your game plan.

Weekend Whimsies

Image via SLH.com

1. Oh, how I love dreaming of incredible vacations at these beautiful luxury hotels.

2. I don't think I'll ever get tired of watching this awesome dance scenes video.

3. The MTV Movie Awards are this weekend. Get in on the action.

4. Speaking of the movie awards, if the host is as funny on the show as she was on Ellen, it should be a great time.

5. Since when does Anthropologie have an outdoor line? This could be a problem.

6. By now you've probably seen the Anne Hathaway lip sync, but just in case you haven't...

7. Oh baby. These photos are so ridiculously sweet and adorable.

Have a great weekend!

Weekend Whimsies

Happy weekend! I love Saturdays for their endless potential and possibilities. It's the perfect day for errands, picnics and naps alike. So in between your chores, take a break and check out these links that  are sure to keep you entertained.

1. What do you get when you combine Friends and Harry Potter? This incredible theme song. Why do both of these favorites have to be over? Huffington Post

2. March Madness Bracket busted? Check out this music bracket from iHeart Radio instead. iheart.com

3. I love these adorable DIY dyed napkins. They'd be perfect for an Easter table! Erika Rax

4. These punny one-liners are perfect for any nerd - probably why I love them so much. BuzzFeed

5. Our family was a little late to the Big Hero 6 party. We just discovered Baymax and his buds a couple of weeks ago. But now my son is obsessed! He loves these illustrations of Baymax in other Disney favorites. Bored Panda

6. This year-long wedding proposal video is making the rounds right now. but my favorite proposal video is still this one. Love it! youtube.com

7. It's sunglass season! Find perfectly shaped shades for your face with this helpful guide. lifehacker

Amusements 01.16.15

Need a break? Here are 10 things that caught our eye this week.

1. What to pack on your tropical getaway (real or imagined).
2. Très chic! 7 French decorating secrets.
3. How do you feel about foggy mornings?
4. 40 ways to celebrate MLK Day.
5. Have little mouths to feed? 15 recipes you need to know.
6. The prettiest birthday card ever.
7. What’s your mantra for 2015? Love this one…
8. Give yourself a winter glow.
9. Who did the Academy snub this year?
10. SEA HAWKS!

Have a wonderful weekend!
[Photo by Stefan Alexander]