All The Fall

It's been a really crazy week, as per usual. Tons of fall shoots and constructing my closet as been very time consuming. Sharing a quick outfit pic of me on the job since that is all we have been doing and having a blast too! Seriously guys, this blanket scarf is everything. Best SEVEN DOLLARS I've ever spent.

But one thing is for sure my sweet Husband has been begging for Mini Pumpkin Pies for like ..long. And nothing screams fall quite like baking.  With a roast in the oven and apple candles wafting through my house it felt like exactly the right moment to get baking. 

I make these little guys every year! Here is my recipe: 

1 box pie crust

1 15oz can pumpkin

2 eggs

1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk  

1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 tsp salt

Whipped cream for topping

Preheat oven 425, Mix everything but pie crust and whipped cream (obviously) , and spray muffin tin with spray butter. Since I used a mini muffin tin, I used the top of a champagne glass to make perfect circles and put one on the bottom push it as far as it goes and then add another circle. Push into the pan until it comes up to just the edge. Fill 3/4 of the way up and pop in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the pumpkin mixture isn't runny looking. Top with whipped cream and enjoy!

Happy Thursday!

xoxo

An Apple Moment

Well guys we've made it to Friday and I'll toast to that. I've had a crazy busy week with shoots, closet things, and my day job! So to say the least I'm ready to take a moment and just relax.

Today's Martini Moment is more of a mimosa. Just add a splash of apple cider to your champagne and you've got a fresh fall take on this amazing drink. For an added bonus dip the rim in Carmel and then cinnamon and sugar. To die for.

I came across this quick and quite delicious recipe not long ago and have been dying to make it. Perfect for a brunch or an after dinner dessert.

No Bake Apple Bites

• 3 apples peeled, cored, and chopped
• juice half of a lemon
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 vanilla extract
• 1/8 nutmeg and allspice
• 1/3 cup water
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 package of mini phyllo shells
• whipped cream for topping

Heat a saucepan with apples, lemon, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, allspice, water, and cornstarch and cook until the apples are soft and mixture is thick. Allow it to cool a little before adding to the shells, then just top with whipped cream and cinnamon.

Wishing you a fun filled weekend! Cheers!

xoxo

Happy Fall To All!

Happy Fall!
It's finally here!

 I can officially ramble on and on about all things pumpkin and faux fur!

Now that I have that out of my system today along with our front porch I'm sharing the wreath that I made, and my favorite chili recipe. Because nothing says fall like chili.

Here is my little fam in front of our door so ready for cooler weather! 

It isn't the first day of fall if that doesn't include chili! Like I said yesterday I have been cooking up a storm! I've shared a few chili recipes before but this one is slightly different in that it contains faux meat. But you cook it the same way.  To stay on the healthy side if you are using regular meat use turkey or really high quality ground beef. Here's the quick healthy recipe:

1 pound meat of choice  

1 small onion and a couple garlic cloves minced  

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 can diced tomatoes  

1 can tomato sauce  

1 cup broth

2 tbsp chili powder ( I use a good but because I like it spicy) 

1 1/2 tbsp garlic salt

3 tsp cumin

2tsp oragano  

Let the oil, onion, and garlic simmer for a couple minutes (until the onions are translucent) and then add your meat. After it browns add in everything else. I like to let it cook for up to two hours. Which is great because while that's cooking you can go to other things.  

Fast tip: if you like sour cream on chili opt for Greek yogurt instead for a healthier low cal choice. I add garlic salt and parsley to mine.  

I guess it's time to find a pumpkin patch to frolic in!

xoxo