I have been searching for over a year for an easy, tasty tomato soup.  Our favorite is the one at Panera and I could not find one that I could make at home, that came close, until today….I even bought a pretzel roll and carved it out to make a bread bowl.  It was a HUGE hit…both my girls and my parents LOVED it…I hope you do too!!! Bon Appetit!!!

Ingredients:

• A large diced onion
• 1 stick of butter
• Two 28 oz cans of crushed tomatoes (56 oz in total)
• Two cups of water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Melt butter over medium heat in a pot large enough for the rest of your ingredients.
2. Dice the onion and place in the pot to briefly simmer.
3. Empty tomatoes and water into pot.
4. Allow soup to gently boil for up to half an hour, uncovered.
5. Blend soup using an immersion blender to your preferred consistency.
6. Season to taste.

WOW……the days are flying by and it has been so long since I have done a fashion vision board post.  I decided to try again.  My old board posting site closed down and a new company/format took over and its taken me a little time to get it right.  Soooo here goes…These are some of my favorite styles for fall…As always, I am loving leopard, anything fur and embellished shoes.  J Crew has had some amazing pieces…and I added a few splurges in there too…because a girl can dream, no? 

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Neiman Marcus

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Mignonne Gavigan Madeline Beaded Statement Earrings, White/Golden

Brand: Mignonne Gavigan

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Retailer: MODA OPERANDI

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Serpui New Lizzy Wicker Bag

@mimi2018

Retailer: nordstrom.com

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Kristen Blake Faux Fur Quilted Jacket

Brand: Kristen Blake

@peyton

Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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Ranjana Khan – Carambola Gold-Tone, Feather, Mother-Of-Pearl And Crystal Clip Earrings – Black

Brand: Ranjana Khan

@aleksandra-molchanova

Retailer: TheRealReal

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Tiffany & Co. Horn Torque Bangle

Brand: Tiffany & Co.

@london-capri

Retailer: Barneys New York

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Balenciaga Women S Crystal-Embellished Clip-On Earring

Brand: Balenciaga

@nslifestyles

Retailer: J.Crew

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Sadie Ankle Boots In Leopard Calf Hair

Brand: J.Crew

@chic-splendor

Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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J.Crew – Leopard-Print Faux Fur Coat – Brown

Brand: J.Crew

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Nordstrom

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J.CREW Leather Back Beaded Beetle Earrings

Brand: J.Crew

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Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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Golden Goose Deluxe Brand – Superstar Glittered Leather And Distressed Suede Sneakers – Silver

Brand: Golden Goose

@emily-bacal

Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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J.Crew – Yams Grosgrain-Trimmed Sequined Crepe Skirt – Navy

Brand: J.Crew

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Neiman Marcus

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Petersyn Lowry Ruffled Blouson-Sleeve Striped Poplin Top

Brand: Petersyn

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Retailer: Gucci

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Leather Mid-Heel Slingback Pump With Crystal G

Brand: Gucci

@nslifestyles

Retailer: J.Crew

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Pointed Toe Pumps In Jungle Print

Brand: J.Crew

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Nordstrom

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MOTHER The Boxy Ombre Faux Fur Jacket

Brand: Mother

This week I wanted to share a quick easy family dinner that I started making last fall.  It’s a great choice and the spinach and kale combo fills it with just the right amount of superfoods.  It will be very hard for your family to turn this dish down!!!!  Bon Appetit.

• 1 cloves Garlic, fresh
• 3 cups Kale, packed leaves
• 3 cups Spinach, packed leaves
• 1 Yellow or sweet onion, medium
• • 1/2 lb Pasta, dry

  • 1 pinch Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil, extra-virgin

  • 1 tbsp Butter, unsalted
  • 3 oz Goat cheese
  • 3 oz Parmesan cheese

  
  

• 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-heat, until the butter is melted and the oil just begins to shimmer. Add the garlic and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. When the pasta has about two minutes to go, add the kale to the skillet, followed by the spinach, and stir constantly until the greens just begin to wilt. The greens will continue to cook from the heat of the pasta, so be careful not to overcook.
  4. Drain the pasta, then return the pasta to the pot (off of the heat). Pour the greens mixture over the pasta, add the goat cheese and Parmesan, and stir to combine. Serve warm.