Turkey Enchiladas

I have quite the obsession with Mexican food. I could eat it literally everyday and never get sick of it! I mean tacos, nachos, burritos, enchiladas- there are so many tasty varieties. My mom swears she craved Mexican food big time when she was pregnant with me, so maybe that has something to do with my immense love for it! Lucky for me the hubs loves it just as much as me! This recipe is a family recipe that is delicious! You have to try this if you love Mexican food. It is a healthier version too with turkey instead of ground beef. I also use light sour cream, 2 percent cheese and whole wheat tortillas to make it even healthier!

TURKEY ENCHILADAS
-3/4 CUP CHOPPED BELL PEPPER
-1/2 CHOPPED ONION
-1/4 CUP ALL PURPOSE FLOUR
-3/4 TSP GROUND CORIANDER
-2 1/2 CUPS CHICKEN BROTH
-1 CUP SHREDDED SHARP CHEESE, PLUS EXTRA FOR SPRINKLING OVER THE TOP
-1 CUP SOUR CREAM
-3 CUPS CHOPPED GROUND TURKEY, COOKED
-1/2 CUP SALSA
-8 6 INCH TORTILLAS

PREHEAT OVEN TO 350 DEGREES. SPRAY PAM IN A 9X13 DISH. HEAT A PAN WITH OLIVE OIL UNTIL HOT, ADD BELL PEPPER AND ONION AND SAUTE ABOUT 5 MINUTES. IN A MEDIUM BOWL COMBINE FLOUR, CORIANDER, AND GRADUALLY MIX IN BROTH. ADD THIS MIXTURE TO THE BELL PEPPERS AND ONIONS. BRING TO A BOIL AND COOK 3 MINUTES OR UNTIL THICK, STIRRING FREQUENTLY. REMOVE FROM HEAT AND STIR IN CHEESE AND SOUR CREAM. IN A LARGE BOWL COMBINE 1 CUP CHEESE MIXTURE, COOKED TURKEY AND SALSA. DIVIDE TURKEY MIXTURE AND SPREAD INTO EACH TORTILLA AND ROLL. PLACE IN DISH. POUR REMAINING CHEESE SAUCE OVER TOP. SPRINKLE EXTRA CHEDDAR CHEESE OVER TOP. BAKE 30 MINUTES OR UNTIL IT IS BUBBLY.

WE GARNISH OURS WITH FRESH DICED JALAPENOS.

Its a Jungle Out There

Yesterday was the first day we had an actual hint of coolness to the air here. It got me all excited about fall, which made me think about my fall wardrobe. Animal prints are everywhere this season and I would love a few pieces to spice up my wardrobe! Last year my mom talked me into buying a leopard print Tory Burch Clutch that was on sale. I hesitated because I wondered if I would really use it, but now I am so glad I have it! Here is a picture of my clutch, Love the chain straps and love the leopard. My mom was right it really is a great purse. Now I only need a night out on the town to carry this baby!


Here are a few of my other favorites, that I'm hoping Santa might bring me!

Rebecca Taylor Spot on Dress $195

Rebecca Taylor Meow Dress $350

Yarnz Leopard Scarf $170

Rebecca Taylor Zip Front Hoodie $395

Tory Burch Julianne Leopard Wedge $325

I found two great cheap versions at Forever 21. I'm not sure what they would like in person but they look cute online!

Forever 21 Tunic $19.50

Forever 21 Metallic Leopard Top $14.80

Men

I think my husband is pretty smart, funny and fabulous but sometimes he says things that stop me in my tracks. I don't know wheter to laugh or be pissed off! Here are a few of his recent comments.

- Sterling is like a pet but we made him
- if you keep asking me if you look fat, I'm going to start thinking you are fat
- I can't empty the dishwasher because of a certain appendage between my legs
- I'm not in the mood to hold Sterling, I just want to look at him
- If there ain't meat in it, I don't want it for dinner
and last but not least from last night
- You are 30 years old should you really be watching 90210?

Gotta love him right?

Anniversary Date Night

Matt and I finally celebrated our anniversary belatedly this Saturday night. My parents came in town to babysit so we could have a night out. We ate dinner at a ritzy restaurant downtown in Charleston called Oak. We had a lovely evening. I enjoyed lots of champagne while Matt enjoyed his favorite Bud lights with a trusty martini mixed in. We had lots of good food, tasty drinks and great company, an anniversary well spent!

Sterling was not happy mommy and daddy were leaving!

pre dinner picture

our fabulous babysitters, my parents!

Enjoying our cocktails before dinner

my dinner, sesame encrusted yellowfin tuna, yummy!

Matt's manly dinner, a 36 oz bone in rib-eye

our token self portrait! Time to head home to our little man after a wonderful evening!

Style Envy

Lately I have been itching to redecorate my master bedroom and den. Of course I don't have the funds right now to do that, but a girl can dream right?? I still have the Elle Decor saved with Aerin Lauder's home featured. I came across it yesterday and it reminded me how much I love her style. I especially adore her bedroom! Isn't is gorgeous?
I love the wall paper, monogrammed sheets, and fur throw! AHHH, I want that bedroom!



Here are a few pictures from the rest of her house. She has impeccable taste!





Happy Friday! Hope everyone has a great weekend!
PHOTOS: ELLE DECOR

Beetle Juice

So apparently I have been feeding my baby Beetle Juice. I am sure alot of you moms heard about the Similac Formula recall this morning. I heard it on the Today show, then went to Similac's website which was slow as molasses because I guess every mother in America was on there checking their formula out. Well, the two economy sized Similac Sensitive formulas I had just bought for Sterling, had both been recalled. I am not sure how Beetles even get into Formula, but that is why they are being recalled. So, yes my son has been drinking Beetle Juice and I think he quite likes it. I am mostly annoyed at this because now I have to make an extra trip to Costco to return the insect laden formula and I had to rush out this am and buy more formula when I had just stocked up a week ago. I guess this is going to majorly boost sales for Enfamil:)

Melt in Your Mouth Asparagus Soup with Herbed Goat Cheese

After spending another Saturday morning watching the Foodnetwork, I was inspired to try this soup that Giada made for her "elegant dinner." She paired the soup with an awesome looking filet that I want to try out another time. I really enjoy soups and this one was super easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I kind of feel like my pal (well imaginary pal) Gwyneth Paltrow would definitely approve as it would be on her greens diet. My hubby, the omnivore, even approved saying, "it was really good for a healthy soup." The flavor of the goat cheese pairs perfect with the soup as it melts. I will warn you, your pee is going to stink really bad after this soup, but if you love asparagus you probably already knew that!

The soup is basically just these three ingredients, asparagus, leeks and basil plus chicken stock!



ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH HERBED GOAT CHEESE

Ingredients
Goat cheese:
1/2 cup (4 ounces) goat cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil cooking spray
Soup:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large leek (white and light green part only), thinly sliced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 pounds medium asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Special equipment: a 1/2-ounce cookie or ice cream scoop

Directions
Goat cheese: Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Using a fork, in a small bowl, combine the goat cheese and basil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a 1/2-ounce cookie scoop or a round tablespoon measure sprayed with vegetable oil cooking spray, scoop the goat cheese into balls and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Soup: In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook, stirring constantly until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the broth, asparagus and basil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the asparagus is tender, about 15 minutes. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Keep the soup warm over low heat.

To serve: Ladle the soup into shallow bowls and garnish with the herbed goat cheese.

Cook's Note: The soup can also be pureed by ladling, in batches, into a food processor or blender and blended until smooth

Print this recipe HERE