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Cute and Cozy Loungewear

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Cute and Cozy Loungewear

We spend more time at home than we do anywhere else so why not make sure your at home clothing is attractive? I had my daughter almost two years ago and spend more time snuggling than ever before and so I like to have clothes that are soft and relaxed yet still a bit stylish. These cute and cozy loungewear looks will make you want to stay home and relax.

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It does not get much cozier than this…I have this sweatshirt in black and cream…I love the dramatic sleeve detail. It is actually an amazingly versatile piece..I also wear it with jeans, boots and a scarf. With flare leg pants being a key trend, I was excited to find these flare leg lounge pants for casual wear since I already own a ton of leggings. Both pieces available at www.freepeople.com.

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I could wear this outfit every day, it is that comfortable. This Sunny Rose Sweatshirt and matching Sunny Rose Jogger Pants can be worn together or mixed and matched with other items in your wardrobe. Trust me, you wont want to take them off. Available at www.bloomingdales.com.

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This pretty pale blue sweatshirt has an already broken in feel that makes it seem as if it has been in your closet for years. Pair with these blush stretch jersey track pants and you are ready for a Netflix binge. Available at www.netaporter.com.

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sHope you now have some new loungewear ideas for cozy fall days at home!

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Bisous,
Rebecca

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Photography by Erica Dunhill Photography

f. 26.2017
Cozy Autumn Supper

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Cozy Autumn Supper

The theme of this week is “cozy”…first with loungewear…now with this yummy meal. Sometimes I get in the mood to cook a few nice dishes on these gloomy or rainy fall weekends. If you are feeling the urge, give this dinner menu a try…it features a variety of fall ingredients…you can take the leftovers from this cozy autumn supper for lunch.

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Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad

Ingredients

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Salad

6 cups mixed greens

1 red apple

1 green apple

1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

⅓ cup dried cranberries

Dressing

1 cup apple juice

4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons honey

Scant ½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup olive oil

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Instructions

Core and chop apples into thin slices. Toss lettuce, apples, walnuts, feta, and cranberries together in a large bowl. Whisk together all dressing ingredients. Toss with salad immediately before serving.

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source: www.lecremedelacrumb.com

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Rustic Spinach and Cornmeal Soup

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Ingredients

6 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth or vegetable broth

3/4 cup polenta (coarse cornmeal)

3 tablespoons all purpose flour

3 tablespoons butter

2 garlic cloves, peeled, crushed

coarse kosher salt

8 ounces baby spinach leaves

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Instructions

Bring 6 cups broth to simmer in large saucepan; cover to keep warm. Whisk polenta and flour in heavy large pot. Add 1 cup hot broth; whisk over medium-high heat until smooth. Stir in butter and garlic; sprinkle lightly with coarse salt. Gradually add 5 cups hot broth by cupfuls. Boil gently over medium heat until polenta is tender and soup is creamy and thickened, whisking frequently and adding more broth to thin, if desired, about 25 minutes. Stir in spinach by handfuls; simmer until wilted, stirring often, 5 to 7 minutes longer. Season with more coarse salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls.

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Risotto with Butternut Squash, Leeks and Basil

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

4 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled butternut squash (from 2 1/4 pounds squash)

3 cups 1/2-inch-wide slices leeks (white and pale green parts only)

1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

2 cups arborio rice

4 14-ounce cans (or more) vegetable broth

1 cup chopped fresh basil

3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus additional (for serving)

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Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add squash and sauté until beginning to soften and brown around edges, about 5 minutes. Transfer squash to medium bowl.

Reduce heat to medium; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, leeks, and thyme to same pot and stir until tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir 1 minute. Add 1 cup broth and simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently, 3 to 4 minutes. Add remaining broth by 1/2 cupfuls, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding next, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Return squash to pot. Continue to cook until rice is just tender but still very creamy, stirring gently and often, about 10 minutes longer (about 25 minutes total cooking time). Remove from heat. Stir in basil and 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl and serve with additional Parmesan cheese.

Source: www.bonappetit.com

All dishes are available at www.westelm.com.

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Stay in with your loved ones and enjoy this delicious meal!

Bisous,

Rebecca

f. 25.2017

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Cute and Cozy Loungewear

Cozy Autumn Supper