Source: hautehijab.com via Michelle on Pinterest
I am currently in love with royal blue as an update for my winter wardrobe. Ever since Kate Middleton wore that royal blue Issa dress to match with her engagement ring, I have been really loving this hue. It is not too in your face like some bright colors, and I feel like jewel tones like this one always flatter everyone no matter what your skin tone. Expect to see me rocking not only royal blue, but hues like emerald, amethyst, and ruby as well. What is your favorite color to wear during winter?
Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
It’s cold and flu season, which means lots of sore throats, queasy tummies, and stuffed noses.
Growing up, when I was sick, I used to WISH that my mom could just walk to our supermarket and buy a can of Campbell’s Chicken Noodle soup. Since I follow the zabiha meat opinion, this was definitely not an option for me. So my mom tried her best with curried ramen noodle soup (which is also delicious).
Now that I am a mom, I know that there are instances where curried soup is not ideal. Since my baby is not even 2 years old, she can’t handle the spice.
So for her, I make traditional American chicken noodle soup. It’s actually super easy and while it cooks, you can do other tasks nearby (like taking care of your sick ones).
I modified this recipe with what I had, but any root veggies work. You can throw in potatoes, celery, etc. This recipe is designed to be simple so that even beginners can make it.
Make sure your hubby learns this recipe so that when you get sick, he can make it for you so you can bounce back to being the super mom that you are!
Today, I woke up at 4 am to find my baby is ferverish and crying. She then proceeded to throw up all over me, herself and the bed. Us moms have all been there I am sure!
So today was definitely a chicken noodle soup day in our house.
Here is the base recipe:
Ingredients:
2 leeks chopped
2 chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces
4 Maggi chicken bouillon cubes
1 carrot chopped
4 cloves of garlic minced
4 tbsp butter
10 1/2 cups of water
1/2 tsp pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 of 16 oz pkg of spaghetti
1) Make sure you do your prep work. As I wrote above, the vegetables and chicken should be chopped and ready to be cooked.
2) In a large stockpot, slowly melt butter. Once it starts to simmer, and leeks and garlic. Add bouillon cubes and sauté till it becomes translucent (10-15 minutes).
3) Add chicken and sauté till chicken is fully cooked (15 minutes)
4) Add water, pepper, and carrots. Add bay leaf.
5) Take spaghetti and snap pasta into bite sized pieces (I do one thirds)
6) Bring soup to a roaring boil.
7) Add pasta and lower to regular boil for 45 minutes to an hour depending on vegetables’ consistency.
8) Garnish and serve.
Elevate Your Hijab Style
From top left: Rings and bangles from Forever 21. Watch from Michael Kors. Scarf from Uniqlo’s Orla Kiely Collection. Shoes from Tory Burch.
Every day, we typically do the same things over and over again out of habit. This includes hijabis. Hijabi life includes not having to stress about doing our hair, but then we end up neglecting ourselves too.
Don’t fall in a rut sisters!
I remember how when I first starting wearing hijab, I stuck with basic black forever. Then, I was stuck on wearing triangle hijabs. I could literally get ready in a matter of minutes. But I also felt less excitement about getting ready too.
Once I started pushing my comfort zone, I felt like I started to get pep in my step.
Today, it was gray and very gloomy in SF. But I still felt sunshine thanks to special details in my hijab and accessories. It translated to being upbeat at work, getting excited to get home to my daughter, and happy to see my hubby.
So sisters! Make sure you take the time to get out of your own hijabi fashion rut ( if you are in one) and pick some accessories that elevate your daily routine.
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