Steph's Pick | LocalDines.com

Oh how I love a good deal. And even more so, I love the occasional date night, moms night out, night out with friends, etc. The list could go on and on of all of the wonderful things I love to do Out.Of.The.House.

But as we all know, going out can be quite expensive. Fortunately with all of the various discount sites out there, we've been able to make getting out a little more affordable.

One of the specific sites that I've recently stumbled upon is LocalDines.com.

On LocalDines.com you can pre-purchase gift cards to various restaurants for 1/2 price and very few restrictions (unlike some other discount sites I know of). You print the gift certificate yourself and off you go.

What I love most is that Local Dines actually features great restaurants - not just the shady restaurant down the street. We've purchased LocalDines.com gift cards to The Vig (both locations), Calistro California Bistro, Local Bistro, Eddie's House, 5th and Wine, Armitage Bistro and have been to a number of the other eateries featured (RnR, Over Easy, La Bocca... just to name a few).

The one bad thing - LocalDines.com only services the Phoenix area (so sorry for all of you readers who don't live here).

I'd totally recommend checking out this site to save some money on your next night out!

Happy Friday!

{If you do decide to purchase a Local Dines would you be so kind as to purchase it using my referral link?! You're the best! Thanks!}

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Steph's Pick | Hannah Anderson PJs

Ever since stumbling across a pair of PJs at Costco (yes... Costco), I've never turned back.

The footless pjs from Hannah Anderson are hands down my favorite pjs for the girls. No questions asked.

Why? Well - a number of reasons. First, they're cute. Second, the fabric is stretchy, thick and soft (not always easy to come by when looking for jammies for lil' ones). And thirdly, I love that I can buy them at Costco ($15/each). Any place I can buy a large amount of paper products, eat yummy samples AND buy cute clothes is a win, win for me! ;)

Now I can't guarantee that your local Costco will be carrying these lovely PJs - but it's worth a shot!

Happy jammie searching!

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Steph's Pick | Subway Art

I have a new found {mini} obsession... I love subway art! Just check out my Pinterest account and I can guarantee you'll find a good sprinkling of this type of art throughout my boards.

In light of this I decided it was time to get my DIY Craft/Design self on and create my first subway art piece.

After a couple hours in Photoshop I finally decided on the below design.

Cool, huh?! I'm a little biased myself (obviously).

I ordered it in poster size (24x36) and can't wait to get it in the mail this next week! I'm thinking I'll either frame it or glue it onto a canvas of some sort. Thoughts?

If you're interested in reading more about what all went into writing Elsie's blessing, you can do so HERE.

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Steph's Pick :: Postagram & Sincerely Ink Apps

Looking for a way to simplify your life? Aren't we all?!

Since being introduced to the wonderful world of apps on my iphone just 6 months ago, I've found some amazing make-my-life-so-much-easier apps.

Two of these specific apps are Postagram & Sincerely Ink. Both of these apps have greatly helped reduce the time it takes for me to send snail mail (and you all know I love me some snail mail).

With Postagram you can brighten someone's day with a postcard you've created using Postagram and a photo - either one you take with the app or snap from your phone's library or even Facebook. The app is free and the postcard is only $0.99.

So easy.... and so cheap.

Get the free Postagram app for iPhone or Android HERE. {Sign up using my link and we both get one Postagram postcard free!}

Sincerely Ink is very similar. Sincerely Ink allows you to choose from their 30+ card designs and include photos from your phone (if you'd like) and customized text.

Sincerely Ink postcards are 5x7 in size and very high quality. Like Postagram, the Sincerely Ink app is free and the cards are $1.99 (which includes shipping).

Happy App "Shopping"! ;)

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Steph's Pick | Stetson Salad

I realize to most of you reading, it may very well be soup season still. Although I love a yummy soup, I'm thankful that Arizona is a salad-season-year-round kind of state.

With temps in the mid-70's who wouldn't be thinking about salad over soup?!

When thinking of salads, I always immediately think of my very favorite salad-the Stetson Salad (inspired from a menu item at Cowboy Ciao)

There are a number of things I love about this salad. First, it's beautiful! I always line up the ingredients before serving it (as opposed to mixing everything together first). Secondly, the combination of different textures in the salad is pleasantly delightful. And thirdly - it's not your standard romaine salad (which is a good thing in my book... I like variety).

Without further ado.... enjoy...

Stetson Salad

Ingredients:

Diced Tomatoes

Israeli Cous Cous

Dried Corn

Diced Grilled Chicken

Feta Cheese

Dried Cranberries

Chopped Arugula

Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Fresh & Easy)

Directions.

Assemble salad by lining up ingredients on a plate. Drizzle dressing as needed and enjoy

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Steph's Pick | Starbucks Via Ready Brew {Iced}

It's no secret...I love my cup of coffee in the morning. Especially since getting my Keurig.

However, in Arizona there are plenty of times during the year (especially during the summer) when an Iced Coffee is just far more yummy.

Up until now I've had trouble making iced coffee that tastes well - good. Thankfully I have a friend who also shares my love for Iced Coffee and got me one of my favorite Christmas gifts this season - a box of Starbucks Via Ready Brew {Iced}.

I'll be honest...at first I was leery. Instant coffee? What? I figured it had to taste nasty.

But to my pleasant surprise - it doesn't! It actually tastes VERY good - especially if you add a little French Vanilla creamer.

Upon sipping on one of these tasty (homemade) drinks I find myself comparing my Barista skills to that of my favorite Starbucks Barista at 40th St. and Greenway :)

Nah - let's not get carried away.

Nevertheless - my homemade Iced Vanilla Latte tastes pretty darn good if I do say so myself.

Check it out! It's totally worth it. And then come back and let me know what you thought!

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Steph's Pick | My Top 5 Picks of 2011

If you haven't noticed, I post a lot of Steph's Picks. In a perfect world I'd post 1/week. More often than not I end up posting a Steph's Pick an average of 2x/month.

But what are my favorites?

Great question!

Here are My Top 5 Steph's Picks of 2011 (in no particular order)

1) Pioneer Woman's Apple Dumplings. The. Best. Thing. EVER. So stinkin' yummy.

2) How to Start a Cooking Club. 2011 was the first year of the Scottsdale Cooking Club. In this post I cover how you too can start your own cooking club.

3) Loving the Little Years. This book was quite possibly my favorite (nonfiction) read of the year. A great encouragement to all moms who are raising little ones.

4) A Milk & Cookies Party. By now I'm sure you know that I love me a good party. I love planning any kind of party. You name it and I'll plan it. Of course every year I consider it a sweet blessing to be able to plan our girl's birthday parties. This year for Nora's 2nd Birthday party we opted for a Milk & Cookies Party. Super tasty and so fun!

5) Bacon Wrapped Dates. Don't stop reading. I promise these things are incredible! This recipe was actually my favorite recipe of all of the recipes I collected from the Scottsdale Cooking Club this past year. They are just so good. A great New Year's Eve option for those of you looking for a yummy (and easy) appetizer recipe.

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Steph's Pick | Chili

It's FINALLY cold enough outside to make soup - HOORAY!! (And by "cold enough" I mean it's under 60 degrees in the evenings).

I busted out my tested and true Chili recipe last weekend and was reminded that I don't think I've shared it with you all.

The recipe was given to me by a dear friend, Becky L, who sadly doesn't blog (if she did I'd be referencing her yummy cooking and wise parenting advice lots).

If you're in the market for a new chili recipe... this is certainly worth it! Super yummy. Our "go to" for sure!

Becky's Chili

Ingredients ::

1.5 lb ground beef

1 onion (chopped)

1-28 oz can diced tomatoes

1-14 oz can diced tomatoes

2-3 small cans tomato sauce

1 cup red wine

2-3 cans kidney beans, drained, keep 1/2 cup juice

1 tsp salt

1/8 tsp paprika

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 bay leaf

1-2 Tbsp. chili powder

1/8 tsp cumin

1-4 oz can mushrooms

Directions ::

Brown meat and onion in large pot.

Add the rest of the ingredients.

Bring to a boil, reduce, simmer for 2+ hours.

Optional Toppings Include ::cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions and Frito's :)

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Steph's Pick | Toddler Backpacks

After Elsie's arrival, one of my new mommy dilema's was what to do with my diaper bag situation at the church nursery. You see I only have one diaper bag (yes - for those of you super observant type - I did get a new bag when Elsie was born) for both girls. But when dropping the girls off at church, they are in different rooms and thus the one bag/two room situation just wasn't working.

Now of course I'd love to say that this inspired me to potty train Nora - but no - not so much. Although a potty trained kid requires no bag, we aren't exactly ready for that transition just yet.

So off I went (and by "went" I mean my fingers went a searching on trusty ole Google.com) looking for a preschool/toddler backpack.

Here were my requirements :

- Personalization available

- Cute

- Side pocket for sippy

- Toddler Size (nothing too large for Ms. Nora)

After lots of research we finally decided on one of Pottery Barn's Preschool Backpacks.

I couldn't wait to get it in the mail!

Thankfully this sweet little bag didn't disappoint. It was just as cute as I'd hoped and Nora loves it too. She calls it her "hap-back."

Let's just say there may be a couple of these under our tree for some special nieces this year ;) What can I say? I'm a total sucker for personalized gifts!

And I'm throwing in this last picture for sentimental reasons. How in the world is she getting so old???!! Tear.

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Steph's Pick | i♥phone

Guess who's getting one of these??!!!

Me, Me, ME, ME!!!

I'm FINALLY getting an iPhone and I couldn't be happier. Alan just ordered the 4s for me yesterday and you can bet I'll be waiting at the door each day the mail is delivered waiting with (much) eagerness for this sweet little gift to arrive.

Now there are all sorts of online resources that recommend the "must-have" apps for an iPhone (including this great post by Sarah on Scottsdale Moms Blog - iLove my iPhone) but I want to hear from YOU!

Spill it... what apps are must haves for a mommy of a toddler and baby?

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Steph's Pick | Postponed

Here's a little honesty for you...

Between packing, writing (check out some of my recent writing on the Family Matters Blog - Brave Sunglasses and Shoes off at the Door?), working, planning for AZ Mom's Night Out, packing (did I say that?) and simply caring for this little munchkin

and her sister I just haven't had a lot of time to do anything else. Imagine that?! ;)

The "anything else" includes pretty much everything I'd highlight on "Steph's Pick" - cooking, product reviews, reading, etc.

Don't worry... I'll be back soon...don't give up on me just yet. Just give me a few weeks :)

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Steph's Pick | Southwestern Sausage Quiche

I don't like eggs.

Not one bit.

I don't like them scrambled. Or fried. Or sunny side up. Or sunny side down (is there is such a thing). And I certainly don't like them in a casserole or quiche.

That is until yesterday.

You see I was the last person to sign up to bring food for MOPS and of course the only two items left were two egg dishes. Hehe. I had to chuckle that I'd be making my very first egg dishes for other people.

Turns out one of them was pretty decent. It was actually quite delicious (if I do say so myself).

A Southwestern Sausage Quiche. I just might be turning over a new leaf.

Southwestern Sausage Quiche

From PlainChicken on Tasty Kitchen

Ingredients:

1/2 lb sausage

2 eggs

1/4 cup Ranch Dressing

1/4 cup sour cream

1/3 cup milk

1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated

1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies (Ro*Tel), Drained

1 whole unbaked 9-inch deep dish pie shell

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350F.

In a large skillet, cook sausage until well browned. Drain off grease and set aside. Whisk together eggs, ranch dressing, sour cream and milk. Add sausage, cheese and Ro*Tel. Stir to combine. Pour egg mixture into prepared pie crust.

Bake 1 hour. Allow quiche to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy!

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Steph's Pick | Happy Tots Organic Superfood

It's official... I'm starting a "Mamas of Picky Eaters Anonymous" group.

After seeking advice on Scottsdale Moms Blog this week via my post "Mommy SOS | Picky Eaters" I'm happy to have found a group of ladies that love (wink, wink) meal times as much as I do!

You see, Nora is a picky eater. Ugh... so sad about that because I'm a bit of a foodie. Here's how Urban Dictionary defines a foodie...

Foodie - A person that spends a keen amount of attention and energy on knowing the ingredients of food, and finds great enjoyment in top-notch ingredients and exemplary preparation.
A foodie is not necessarily a food snob, only enjoying delicacies and/or food items difficult to obtain and/or expensive foods; though, that is a variety of foodie.

And of course a picky eater is probably the furthest from a foodie by definition. So needless to say we've been having a little battle each and every day around the hours of 8 am, 12 pm and 6 pm.

Well I'm happy to report that thanks to some great suggestions on the above mentioned Scottsdale Moms Blog post we've at least found something that Nora will eat (that contains veggies) - Happy Tots Organic Superfood Pouches!!! Yipee!

Now do I want to have Nora eating these for the rest of her life? - No! But I figure it's at least working now. Like so many things in parenting you sometimes just gotta to do what you gotta do to get through the day ;)

Note: I'm also looking into purchasing a Sili Squeeze so I can make my own little pouches for Nora (at a much lower cost of course).

All for now... just a little something to consider if you too find yourself in a picky eater situation.

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Steph's Pick | Loving the Little Years

Very rarely do I post a book review on this blog. It's not that I don't read (I actually read a lot) but more that I don't know of too many books that I feel are worthy of one entire post.

Well - things are a-changing today ladies (and gents for those of you men who read our blog).

A couple months back a college friend of mine (hey sweet Lynette) suggested that I read Loving the Little Years. I'll be honest - initially I just assumed this was another parenting book. Don't get me wrong - I love me a good parenting book (heck, I even work for a parenting ministry so of course I love parenting resources). But there are times when I just feel overwhelmed with all of the books I should be reading... and all of the things I should be doing with the girls. When I start feeling like that I often just take a little break from reading non-fiction and switch over to my much loved fiction books.

Well this time around I'm so glad I took Lynette's advice. I purchased Loving the Little Years and within a couple days found 6 other young moms who were willing to read through it "with" me. I say "with" because let's be honest - long gone are the days of book clubs for me (tear). Instead we meet up for play dates and between "we don't hit our friends" lessons and sips of our triple shot vanilla lattes we talk briefly about the book.

Within a couple of days I received the book in the mail and was especially pleased to read the back cover:

"I didn't write this book because mothering little ones is easy for me. I wrote it because it isn't. I know that this is a hard job, because I am right here in the middle of it. I know you need encouragement because I do too.

This is not a tender reminiscence from someone who had children so long ago that she only remembers the sweet parts. At the time of writing this, I have three children in diapers, and I can recognize the sound of hundreds of toothpicks being dumped out in the hall.

This is a small collection of thoughts on mothering young children for when you are motivated, for when you are discouraged, for the times when discipline seems fruitless, and for when you are just plain old tired.

The opportunities for growth abound here but you have to be willing. You have to open your heart to the tumble. As you deal with your children, deal with yourself always and first. This is what it looks like, and feels like, to walk as a mother with God."

Phew. It sounded like exactly what I needed.

You see, as I sit down to write this I am anticipating the wake-up call of 2 little girls. There are toys sprawled out across the entire living room floor AND kitchen (no - I didn't clean them up during nap time). And yes, I probably could recite the Going to Bed Book. I know what motherhood in the trenches looks like.

With wisdom and humor, and in 20 very short chapters (think 3-5 pages each) Rachel Jankovic reminds us that sometimes when the attitudes are bad and everyone is crying the first person who needs to repent is Mommy. God is using these mischievous little angels to make us more like Him. Yes I did just use "mischievous" and "angels" in the same sentence. :)

While reading this book I literally laughed and cried. I will be reading it again soon, chapter by chapter, taking notes and absorbing ideas. In fact, I will probably read it every year. It's just that good!

So if you're a mom of little one's I would STRONGLY encourage you order this book today. It really has been food for my soul over the past few months.

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Read more from Rachel Jankovic:

DesiringGod :: Motherhood is Application

DesiringGod :: Motherhood is a Mission Field

DesiringGod :: Motherhood is a Calling

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Steph's Pick | City Moms Blog Network

Yes... I know...this isn't my usual "Steph's Pick" recipe or product pick but please stick with me because this is something I'm SUPER excited about (which of course is why it is labeled a "Steph's Pick").

Some of you may remember my Start your own Local Moms Blog post back in May. Well I'm pleased to report that as a result of our SMB Media Group Webinar in June we now have THREE Sister Sites up and running...and more importantly - reaching the moms in their communities!

Dallas Moms Blog, Peach State Moms Blog and the Quad City Moms Blog are run by local moms that love their cities and all their cities have to offer families! If you live in any of those areas OR know anyone who live in them please be sure to direct them to these awesome resources.

We're so thrilled with how things are going that we're wanting to invite YOU (mamas and mamas-to-be) to be a part of the action!

If you're interested in the possibility of joining the City Moms Blog Network - visit our “Start a Sister Site” link. We're currently taking registrations for our next City Moms Blog Network Webinar on September 17th. During this Webinar Joy and I will cover the logistics of setting up a SMB Sister Site, Content Management, Working with Local Businesses and Event Planning basics. At the end of the webinar attendee’s will have the opportunity to move forward with partnering with us as a Sister Site.

Email me at steph@scottsdalemomsblog.com for more details! We'd love to have you join us!

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Steph's Pick | Top Kids Snacks

Ever since Nora started eating solid foods it seems as if my diaper bag has become more of a snack bag. And I'm not saying that I just stick a large container of puffs in the diaper bag and call it good. I'm talking lots of different kinds of snacks!

You see one thing I've learned is that it is especially important with spirited/strong-willed children to give them options. For example: Do you want to wear your pink or yellow bib? Do you want to climb into the car by yourself or have mommy help you? Would you like to color or play with your ice cream set? Would you like apples or grapes? Or peas or corn? The list is endless. I probably give my sweet little Nora 50 different decisions to make any given day. I'm still choosing the two options but she is then making the final decision.

The reason I mention this is because this is the exact reason why if you took a peak into my diaper bag you'd find 5+ snack options. :)

Recently I posted a "Mama Question of the Night" on Facebook (I've been doing this ever since Elsie was born simply to encourage moms to share their experiences on various topics). The question was : What are some healthy snacks you give your kids on the go?

Below is a Top 10 List of Healthy Kids Snacks. Some are idea's submitted via Facebook and others are one's taken from my bag of tricks (or bag of snacks...hehe).

Top 10 Healthy Kids Snacks

• Nuts - pistachios, pecans, etc. Note: be sure to take special note of the child's age and allergy recommendations for this snack. We buy the large bag of de-shelled pistachios from Costco and it's great.
• Fruit Leathers/ Cliff Fruit Twists
• Frozen Fruit - I love this - especially for the summer. Stick grapes, berries and melon in the freezer in little baggies. Grab one before heading out the door to be used later for a cool refreshing snack.
• Cheese - string cheese, sticks of cheddar cheese, etc.
• Apple Slices - My new favorite thing is the pre-sliced apples from Costco. They last forever and require no prep work. Very easy for an on the go snack.
• Frozen Go-Gurt - Freeze gogurt like a Popsicle.
• Dried Fruit - raisins, cranberries, cherries...you name a fruit and I'm sure you can get it dried (or DIY if you're super motivated).
• Veggies Sticks - Alright... I'll admit. These aren't the most healthy things in the world but Nora just loves them. You can buy them in a uber-large bag at Costco.
• Mini Peppers - Nikki says they sell them at Costco (totally going to have to try this).
• Puffs/Cheerios - a staple for lots of moms.

Do you have any healthy snack ideas to add to this list? Comment below.

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Steph's Pick | Bacon Wrapped Dates

Eh??? I'm sure that's what you were thinking when you read that I was blogging about Bacon Wrapped Dates! Although I'm a self professed lover of anything wrapped in bacon, the minute I heard the word "date" I wasn't (initially) interested.

However, I was introduced to these little sweet and savory bites at last month's Scottsdale Cooking Club (thanks Claire) and because I've decided I'd try EVERYTHING at our SCC meetings, I grabbed one for my plate.

Let me tell you folks.... these are DELICIOUS! And so easy to make. So easy that I've already made them and have plans to make them again really soon.

Thanks again Claire for introducing me to this super easy appetizer!

Enjoy!

Ingredients

1 16-ounce package of Applewood Smoked bacon (regular thickness-not thick cut), cut into thirds
1 8-ounce package of pitted dates

Directions

1. Wrap each individual date in a strip of bacon until each date is fully wrapped then place toothpick in the center to hold the bacon and date together.
2. Place tin foil on a cookie sheet pan and then a cookie cooling rack on top of the cookie sheet pan. Place your bacon wrapped dates on top of the cookie rack and broil until bacon is fully cooked. (Keep a close eye on them so they don't burn)
3. Once they are cooked take out and cool for 5-10 minutes.

Makes 25-30 bacon wrapped dates.

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a baby shower {for michelle}

No two words get me much more excited than the words BABY SHOWER!

Honestly... what can be better than the new mom-to-be glow mixed with a good party to honor that special lady?

Upon hearing that my sweet friend, Michelle, was expecting, I immediately started thinking "What kind of baby shower would she like?!" You see one of my very favorite parts of planning a shower is considering what the mom-to-be might like and not like.

Here were the things I knew about Michelle after having known her for going on 8 years...

Dislikes: Cheesy Games, anything that puts a lot of attention on her, anything boring/dull (because she's as far from those two words as anyone I can think of)

Likes: Delicious and well displayed food, tasteful decor

So... we browsed the web and came up with a Dessert & Drinks party idea with a Teal, Black and White theme.

The "event" started off with this invitation...

Here are a few pics of the food {and decor}...

Here's the menu:

Mini Cappuccino Mousse cups

Mini Chocolate Mousse cups with raspberry garnish

Chocolate Peanut Butter cups

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Strawberry Marscapone tartlets with balsamic reduction

Key lime tartlets

Red Velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and white chocolate shavings

Brie with orange fig spread

Creamy Roquefort w/ Bordeaux Cherries

And this is the best picture of the drinks that I got. We served White Wine Sangria, Blue Hurricanes and Jones Soda Co. Sodas (raspberry lemonade and cream soda flavors).

And it just wouldn't be a party without a group pic:

Shout out to Jennifer R for the AWESOME food, Brittany for the great decorations, Lindsay for hosting and Denise for working out the logistics of the game. Working with a "team" of ladies is the best!

We couldn't be more happy for Mike and Michelle and can't wait to meet Baby Boy B. in a little over a month.

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Steph's Pick | Orzo Salad with Dried Fruit & Pecans

This past spring I was at a Ladies Luncheon at our church and was served this DELICIOUS salad. Thankfully I knew exactly who to ask (thanks Susan B!) to get the recipe.

We've made it multiple times since and just love it. It's the perfect side salad to so many Summer meals.... BBQ's, Wraps/Sandwiches, etc...

yum, Yum, YUM!!

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Orzo Salad with Dried Fruit & Pecans

1 lb orzo

1 apple, chopped (leave skin on)

1 bunch scallions, chopped

1 cup toasted and chopped pecans

1/2 cup dried cranberries

3/4 cups chopped celery

8 oz goat cheese (or feta if you like stronger cheeses)

Pomegranate Dressing (see below recipe)

1. Cook Pasta according to the directions on the box. Don't overcook. Spread it out on a cookie sheet and let it cool down.

2. In a large bowl mix the orzo with the other ingredients along with a fair amount of dressing. Toss the salad and taste for salt and pepper.

Pomegranate Vinaigrette

1/4 cup pomegranate syrup or molasses

2 Tbs red wine vinegar

1 Tbs Dijon Mustard

1-2 Tbs honey

Salt and pepper

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Whisk together everything but olive oil. Slowly add in olive oil until emulsified.

**Local Peeps: Aj's has Pomegranate syrup. The Whole Foods by Walmart in Scottsdale has the pomegranate molasses (the one on Mayo Blvd doesn't).

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Steph's Pick | a Milk & Cookies Birthday Party

Did you hear that our little Nora turned TWO last week?!! So crazy to think that it was 2 years ago that we welcomed Nora Marie into the world. Which of course called for a party! ;)

As you know...parties are my thing. I honestly love planning any kind of party. So naturally I couldn't help planning a super fun party for friends and family to celebrate Nora's 2nd Birthday.

Here's a quick recap of the party:

The Theme :: Milk & Cookies!

Food :: Milk & Cookies of course. We had 7 different kinds of cookies. Some homemade and others were store bought. We also had 3 different kinds of milk - Skim, 2% and Chocolate Milk for the kiddo's (and kids at heart).

Guest List :: Lots of little friends (and their parents).

Activities :: Eating yummy sweets and playing in the baby pool and sprinklers in the backyard - two of Nora's most favorite activities.

The Attire :: Matching sister outfits from Nana of course ;)

Thanks Kevin, Joy, Reagan and Elliot for hosting Nora's Party for us! We're so thankful for such great friends who are willing to open their home for such an occasion.

And of course a HUGE thank you to everyone who attended!

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