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Recipe Rundown | Vegan Spinach Ravioli Soup

Friday, November 21, 2014


Who's hungry? Me! Always. All the time. 24/7/365. That tends to mean I torture myself by looking up new veg head recipes on Pinterest. I recently came across the Sprinkled Side Up blog and discovered her absolutely delicious vegetarian soup recipe! It is Spinach Tortellini Soup, and it is the bomb. For real. Matt and I made it earlier this week for dinner one night, but we changed the original recipe (which you can find here) just a bit to our preferences. We made our soup vegan-friendly!

The recipe, which makes eight servings, is below.



Ingredients:

-2 tablespoons of olive oil
-2 garlic cloves, diced
-1/2 of a medium-sized onion, diced
-2 leaks with the dark green parts removed and thinly sliced
-2 tablespoons thyme
-8 cups of low sodium veggie stock
-2 cups of water
-1 can of cannellini beans
-6 cups of fresh greens (We used spinach, kale, and chard)
-1 package of tortellini or ravioli (We used a vegan Spinach Florentine Ravioli from Whole Foods but you can use whichever kind suits your personal preference, of course!)




1.) Add the olive oil, onions, and leaks in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the mixture for four minutes. Add in the diced garlic and thyme and sauté for an additional two minutes.


2.) Add in the veggie stock and the water.  Let it cook until it starts bubbling, and then let it simmer for about ten more minutes.



3.) Drain and rinse the cannellini beans before adding to the pot along with the ravioli or tortellini of our choice. Let it simmer for two minutes.


4.) Add the greens and stir. Season to your liking.


5.) Eat, eat, eat!!!


Feel free to add in the slices of plant-based cheese too! My personal favorite brand is Violife :)




This is so perfect for a cold, wintry night. Personally, we made White Russians and danced around the kitchen to Christmas tunes as we made this, and it was festively fantastic! Let me know if you try this recipe and how you change it to fit your tastes.

Happy eating!




Looking Glasses: Striped Tee + Boyfriend Jeans + Boat Shoes

Tuesday, November 18, 2014


Hey guys!  I was cleaning out files from my (severely cluttered) computer, which quickly turned into a trip down Memory Lane as I found photos up photos from my college years.  I miss it, man!  It was oh-so-nice to stay up all night talking about absolutely nothing and absolutely everything with my roommates, cheering on our rotten football team at games, going to class [Hey, no making fun!  I picked a major that I actually enjoyed what I was learning!], and eating out for basically every meal.  Those were the days, I tell ya.  People always said those four magical years would be the best ever and, while I do truly enjoy post-collegiate life and getting older, that time period really was a whole different kind of fun and freedom.  Thankfully, Matt & I made amazing, lifelong friends during our school years (plus, we met each other in our freshman year dorm!).  One of these aforementioned buds is even coming in to town from San Diego next week to celebrate Thanksgiving with us again for the second year in a row.  Ooh man, I just can't wait!  (Hiiii, Jotir!  I'm looking at you!)







Black & white striped t-shirt: Old Navy $3.99 [Seriously, this top is less than $4!]
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Guess distressed boyfriend jeans (also seen here, herehere): Macy's
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Rock & Candy beige boat shoes: DSW
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Tortoise shell glasses: c/o Firmoo
These glasses are one of my new very favorite accessories!  Firmoo has an amazing array of eyewear products -- and they are so affordable!  Plus, as an added bonus, the customer service was superb.  If you are in the market for some new specs, I'd definitely recommend you check them out.









Green crystal & rose gold stud earrings: c/o Authfashion
These earrings will be absolutely adorable for upcoming holiday occasions.  I can't wait to wear them more!  If you're looking for new accessories for the season, be sure to check Authfashion out (especially this kitschy ring or these snowflake earrings that I will also be featuring in another post soon!).



Rose gold geometric triple chevron necklace (also seen here & here): American Eagle

Rose gold link bracelet (also seen here): c/o Sparkle and Sophistication




Did you already graduate?  What are the traditions and times you miss the most?  I could go on... and on... and on reminiscing.  :')




Gray Matter: Dolman Top + Skinny Jeans + Studded Ankle Booties

Monday, November 17, 2014


Hey there!  As I mentioned before, Matt and I have already begun our holiday decorating (...as in we started on November 1st).  We went to Target the other night for even more Christmas lights, because we just can't get enough of that pretty, low glow they emit all around our apartment.  We don't even really use real lamps at this point, because between the strands of lights and seasonal scented candles, it's the perfect lighting for our little place.  Ah, I just love this time of year!




Gray speckled dolman shirt: Old Navy
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Dark wash skinny jeans (also seen here & here): PacSun
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Brown studded ankle boots (also seen here & here): Old Navy
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Pale coral crystal statement necklace (also seen herehere & here): c/o Madi & Bee

Gold geometric triangle necklace (also seen here, here & here): c/o Style Lately






Have you given into decorating for the holidays yet?  Seriously, I am impressed if you've managed to be patient and wait to start until after Thanksgiving, as tradition says to do.  I do not have that kind of self control, so kudos to you, if you are waiting!  If you've already jumped the gun, send me your Instagram links so I can see the cozy cuteness!




Miss New Booties: Tank + Shorts + Ankle Boots

Saturday, November 15, 2014


Hello there!  Can you believe we are getting so close to Thanksgiving?  Neither can I!  Time has gone by so quickly this year.  That whole "time flies by faster the older you get" thing really, truly rings true.  I mean, it seems like we'll blink and, before we know it, it'll be New Year's Eve!  Already looking back at 2014 though, this year has been one of my best yet.  We had our first full year living in Arizona, made great friends, went on our dream vacation to Europe, and (most importantly) adopted two new fur children!  I can't wait to see what the rest of 2014 still has to offer :)






Gray tank top (also seen here): Target $12
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Black pleated shorts (also seen here): J.Crew $29.99
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Carlos by Carlos Santana nude ankle booties (also seen here, herehere): Famous Footwear
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Semi-precious carpaccio 24k gold plated Agate pendant necklace (also seen here): c/o RUBY South Africa

14K gold "A" initial necklace (also seen here, herehere): c/o Sivado Studio








Which holidays are your favorites?  Do you have any traditions?  For Thanksgiving, we always have a ton (like, a literal ton) of sides, as well as a vegan tofu-rkey since Matt, my sister, and I are all vegetarians.  Just talking about the food makes the ol' mouth water!




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