fridays with oscar
the thanksgiving countdown is on! it’s t minus 6, ladies. are you ready? my menu is planned, but i still have to head to the grocery store for all of our favorite thanksgiving fixings. mr. style loves cranberry jello salad, mashed potatoes for me please, pass the butter, and my kiddos gobble down the dressing in no time flat. if this year is anything like prior years there will be multiple runs to Publix. anyone else forgets to buy the one item that sent them to the store in the first place? somehow, it’s all too easy to get distracted in the grocery aisle. Target has the same effect on me. then before you know it my shopping cart is overflowing with all sorts of goodies i never intended to buy…
but before i get ahead of myself with all things thanksgiving, i’m sharing a delicious beef stew recipe that’s perfect all winter long. since it’s made in an instant pot, it takes all of an hour to make from start to finish. how’s that for easy? mr. style was impressed with the tender stew meat. that’s the beauty of cooking with a pressure cooker. and who doesn’t love one pot cooking? what a time saver.
a cold wintery night calls for vodka to warm your toes. russians are known to gulp down vodka in one go. mixing vodka with anything else is considered a waste unless it’s beer which creates a formidable beverage called yorsh. but it’s their national drink, after all, prescribed for sore throats or hangovers alike. if you’re drinking vodka straight-up, it should be served chilled with salty snacks. but this girl loves to sip a cocktail, so i’m adding cranberry juice and ice.
cocktail shaker | hanging tools | glasses
oscar came running as soon as i plopped down on the couch. there’s no doubt he’s ready for his weekly gig. i hope you had a chance to read the super chewer post where my best buddy not only got top billing but some yummy treats and toys to boot! wasn’t he a good sport to wear the antler?! oscar is so good natured and up for just about anything.
today’s ootd is easy-peasy with a black cashmere turtleneck keeping me warm. the novelty pants are from Talbots purchased last season. take a peek at a similar pair without the embroidery here. velvet smoking slippers are perfect this time of year. and i’ve added a knit blazer from J.Crew Factory to show how easy it is to spiff up this outfit if you’re headed out to dinner instead of dining at home.
similar pants | turtleneck | c/o sweater blazer | similar velvet smoking slippers | bracelets | lip shade pirate
similar pants | turtleneck | c/o sweater blazer | similar velvet smoking slippers | bracelets | lip shade pirate
placemat | charger | napkin | bee wine glass | bee tumbler
on that happy note, oscar and i wish each of you a lovely weekend!
Love your outfit! And that stew recipe yum! Question though … when adding the peas and corn are you resealibgvthe Instant Pot or just stirring those in until warm?
thank you! just add the peas, corn and flour mixture after the instant pot is turned off. the stew is still hot enough to thicken and warm the veggies. let it sit about 5 minutes with the top on. xo
Beef stew sounds perfect! I love the smells that emanate through the house while it’s simmering. I’ve got chili, tuna melts with soup, chicken salad croissants (with broccoli/cranberry/apple/red onion/orange zest/walnut salad on the side) featured on the list for lunches, a few days. You’ll inspire me to maybe add a stew one day. Thanks!
This is a pretty OOTD, and I love the slippers. I bet Oscar’s on his toes all day, following you around and I’m pretty sure he couldn’t be happier.
oscar needs to have a job of any sort. even if it’s following me around the house. what a character. xo
Love that Cashmere Polo and the red lip. So elegant. Thanks for the recipes. Have a great Thanksgiving.
a red lip is always a good idea! xo
love the idea of this Friday cocktail especially with the splash of Ginger Ale. mmm.. Just got myself the sweater-blazer from J Crew Factory, arrived today, love it!
i hope you tried the cocktail, hazel! it’s so refreshing. enjoy. xo