Seriously Seared

Our busy season is starting to slow down a tad so I've been cooking like crazy! Sometimes there is nothing better than a delicious (and fast!) canapé. Not only is it easy it's pretty gourmet too. I love seafood and avocados so much and wanted to share this healthy appetizer for your next meal, gathering, or even as a side dish. 

Here is what you need:

  • 6 (or however many you think you need) big scallops, make sure they are big scallops this recipe won't work as well with small ones, trust me on that.
  • 1/3 cup Honey Dijon dressing
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

For the sauce:

  • 1/2 Avocado
  • 2 tsp Honey Dijon dressing
  • dash of salt
  1. Wash and dry your scallops, coat them in dressing and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Use a small Ziplock bag, smash avocado and add dressing. The bag will stop it from browning.
  3. In a saucepan heat the olive oil, salt and pepper the scallops, let them sear on each side for about 2 minutes.
  4. Transfer to a plate, and top with the delicious avocado sauce. 

*Fast Tip: If the scallops stick to the pan when trying to flip then they aren't ready yet.

Honestly I could eat this meal every single day! It's totally amazing and low cal too.

Hope all of you have a great Wednesday!

xoxo

My PSL

Okay guys I'm just going to say it STARBUCKS, GET YOUR SHIT TOGETHER! You don't "run out" of the Pumpkin Spice Latte in SEPTEMBER! That's idiotic. I'm sure not all Starbucks establishments aren't out but mine is and I'm downright offended. So I thought I would share my easy Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.  

 

  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • ¼ tsp pumpkin spice
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup hot espresso coffee (see below)
  • whipped cream for topping (optional)
  • cinnamon powder for topping (optional)
  1. Mix milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, vanilla extract and sugar. Microwave for 1½ minute, until hot. Whisk until all the ingredients have dissolved.
  2. Put espresso coffee and pumpkin milk mixture in a mug or cup and stir.
  3. Top with 2-3 tbsp whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon powder. Serve immediately. I skipped the whipped cream because, calories.

Fast Tip:

To make espresso coffee: Mix 2 tbsp instant coffee with ¼ cup hot water. Stir well until the coffee crystals have dissolved.

Have a great week, hope you are properly caffeinated on this Monday!

xoxo

Fall Fragrances

It's finally Friday! Yay! For today's Martini Moment I'm talking my favorite fragrances for fall and some Fast Tips to go along with them. Also, how awesome is it to have fresh Rosemary from my sunroom for a fancy garnish to my V8 martini?

My signature scent is 100% Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel. But every season I like to switch it up a bit. I am simply obsessed with Decadence by Marc Jacobs and came across Zara Black while on a recent shopping trip. One reason that I like scents for seasons is because when I smell it again I'm reminded of that time when I started wearing it. My Chanel brings back wonderful wedding memories and Amber Romance from Victoria Secret will always remind me of being a cheerleader and it being football season. Funny how that works isn't it?

Let's talk Fast Tips:

1. Don't store your fragrances in the bathroom. Humidity, heat, and light will break down the scent.

2. Spritz your perfume right after you get out of the shower but before you get dressed to lock in your favorite smell.

3. Spray a cotton ball and put it in a Ziploc bag for your handbag. You'll be able to touch up mid-day. 

Have an amazing weekend!

xoxo