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Katie’s Top 10: May 2020 Edition!

May 6, 2020      Leave a Comment

You may remember last month when I announced my new top picks for each month! (See April HERE) Well, it’s time for the May edition!! I have found some pretty awesome stuff to share with you guys this go around! Some self-care, some beauty, some fashion- all make awesome gifts. Browse the list, just in time for Mother’s Day! Just click the pink links to shop.

1. Primitives by Kathy Farmhouse Bathroom Sign

I am in the process of re-doing our master bath and am going with a farmhouse look. I saw this sign and thought it was adorable, but also hilarious given the current state of our world! I will never take my TP for granted again! Grab this cute, cheeky sign for your bathroom to commemorate surviving the COVID19 pandemic!

2. EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream

I am legit addicted to this stuff! Short on time? Just use it on your dry skin! No nicks and your legs are super smooth. Literal life-saver for a new mom! 

3. Essie Lady Like Polish

A true neutral nail girl- this speaks my love language! If you have never tried Essie polishes, the wide brush and smooth application is second-to-none. This shade is a must-have for spring 2020!

4. OGX Brilliant Brunette Shampoo

I have naturally auburn hair. I love shampoos that bring out the caramel undertones, and this brand does not disappoint! Plus it leaves your hair super smooth and shiny!

5. Maybeline Dream Fresh BB Cream

I’ll be honest, a full face of makeup is just not a priority for me every single day right now, being stuck at home and chasing a toddler with an infant in arms. I absolutely love this stuff because it gives you quick, lightweight coverage that doesn’t feel cakey. I apply a hint of moisturizer and then this BB cream and am good to go! 

6. Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Highlighter in Rose Gold

This stuff is so creamy…if you could call a powder that! It is a bronzer and highlighter in one, and the rose gold hue is perfect for the season! It smells heavenly, is hypoallergenic, paraben and gluten free. If you need a little something to add dimension and glow to your makeup routine, this little tub is it!

7. Dunkin Donuts French Vanilla Coffee

Would this even be a Kisses + Caffeine must-haves list if I didn’t recommend a coffee to you guys?! This stuff is so good, and a huge bargain on Amazon! You can get a whole bag for what one cup costs in the store! (Side note: I LOVE making iced coffees with this in our Ninja coffee bar!) 

8. Galaxy Bath Bomb

I was dying to try this after hearing so many people rave about this brand…it did not disappoint! Fun and fizzy with a little surprise inside! 

9. I am Enough Bar Necklace

A sweet friend gifted this to me as a beautiful daily reminder, especially on those hard days! I have it in rose gold, but it’s so pretty in gold as well! Grab one for yourself and for a friend to remind her that she is enough!

10. Genuine Leather Storehouse Flats

The shoes are a new favorite!! If you are familiar with Tieks, these are every bit as great, but with a much smaller price tag! Genuine leather, soft soles, and they fold up easily to stash in your purse! I am absolutely obsessed! You can purchase them through my online store!

 

There you have it! My May picks! Shop them below! What are you loving right now?! 

Homemade Cotton Candy Ice Cream!

May 4, 2020      2 Comments

What better treat is there when it is warm outside than home made ice cream?? And how much more fun to do it with your kiddos? Addie absolutely loves to make ice cream with us and it is a great way to keep her entertained for a couple of hours. Some of my absolute favorite childhood memories are of our family sitting on the back porch cranking ice cream. Thankfully for me, now that I am the parent, we have motorized ice cream makers! 

This recipe is for cotton candy ice cream, because that is her favorite. It’s a great base recipe though, for many, many other flavors! Simply leave out the cotton candy flavoring to make a delicious vanilla (that tastes like the creamiest soft serve you have ever had!). Mix whatever you fancy into your vanilla base! Cookie dough pieces, brownie pieces, chocolate chips….I could go on! 

So go on, mama! Throw those ingredients on your Walmart pickup list, and make some sweet summer memories with your babes! 

Cotton Candy Ice Cream

  • Servings: 10-12
  • Time: 60 mins
  • Difficulty: very easy
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Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 2 1/2 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 TBSP vanilla extract
  • 3 TBSP Cotton Candy Flavoring
  • Pink Food Coloring as desired

Directions:

  1. Read your manufacturer’s directions for your ice cream maker. Most will say to chill the canister for a little bit prior to making your ice cream.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until sugar is mostly dissolved. If you can make it and allow it to sit in the fridge for a few hours, that rocks! But if you are doing this on a whim, like we usually are , it is totally fine just to stir it all up and go! The mixer will mix it more!
  3. Freeze up according to the directions on your ice cream maker! 

That’s it! An incredibly easy summer treat for your family! As you can see, Addie is a fan!

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Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta

May 1, 2020      Leave a Comment

You guys want the literal easiest meal in the universe?? I am bringing it to you today! You can even double (or triple!) this and stash away some in the freezer for a rainy day! Just assemble and place into gallon freezer bags and freeze flat! When you are ready to eat, just thaw in the fridge overnight and cook as directed!

You can either cook this meal in a skillet, or place it in the crock pot on low for 4-6 hours! And you could totally whip this up for a dinner party and look like a fancy Italian chef! It is quickly becoming a favorite in our house! Not just because it’s easy, but it is so delicious, too! 

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Spinach Pesto Chicken

  • Servings: 4
  • Time: 30 mins
  • Difficulty: easy
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Ingredients:

  • 1.5-2lbs chicken, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 cup (8oz jar!) of your favorite pesto. I love the Classico brand!
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 4-5 cups fresh spinach
  • 1tbsp minced garlic

Directions:

  1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet.
  2. Add all ingredients, and cook until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Serve over your favorite pasta, cauliflower rice or zoodles! Toss a sprinkle of parmesan on top, just for fun!

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If you haven’t looked at my stories, it’s been If you haven’t looked at my stories, it’s been a day. Not at all the way I planned this magical first day but very thankful it wasn’t worse. I’ll update more tomorrow when I have the energy on exactly what happened for those asking, but I just want to brag on this man of ours for a second.

He had me for the first maybe 1/3 of our day and then I had to leave him in the park, by himself, with 2 and 4 year old girls. (I wouldn’t let them come sit at the hospital and waste their day unless it became urgent. He tried). 

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