JessicaJaeger

Leggings

Leggings are so cute on little girls, so when I came across this website, I thought I would share. Polkadot What allows you to design your own leggings! Their motto is “Create what you want” and on their website you certainly can. You pick your “first leg” design from 3 options, then your “second leg”Continue reading “Leggings”

Meatball Stew

I love meatballs. Spaghetti and meatballs, however basic, is one of my favorite meals. That said, I am always looking for new recipes to make that involve meatballs so we’re not always eating spaghetti. This past Sunday evening, we wanted to make a stew for dinner and couldn’t think of what stew we wanted. So,Continue reading “Meatball Stew”

Monday Outfit

Big meeting today – I’ll be wearing a similar suit jacket to add professionalism and a splash of color to my outfit. Have a great week! Monday Outfit by styledbyjess featuring a polka dot blouse Naingirl polka dot blouse$70 – yesstyle.com Long boyfriend blazer$68 – fredflare.com J.Crew cropped capri pants$90 – jcrew.com Tory Burch leatherContinue reading “Monday Outfit”

Breaking News – Cupcake ATM

So by now we’ve all heard of Sprinkles Cupcakes, they are really the most delicious cupcake bakery, really led the charge in the cupcake fad, and even deem themselves “The Original Cupcake Bakery.” We don’t have any bakery locations (yet) here in the Boston area (to vote for Boston as their next location, click here),Continue reading “Breaking News – Cupcake ATM”

Maple Glazed Salmon

We made a delicious salmon meal the other night from a recipe we found in Real Simple magazine. Per usual, it was delish so I had to share, this recipe serves 4. Maple Glazed Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts from Real Simple Magazine, February 2012 1 lb Brussels Sprouts trimmed & halved (we substituted zucchini)Continue reading “Maple Glazed Salmon”

Martha Wrap

Have you heard of my friend Martha’s latest invention?! Martha Wrap. Aluminum foil on one side, parchment paper on the other side. Perfect for baking, roasting, etc… It’s not too easy to find so when we saw it at Marshalls we grabbed a roll. We used it most recently when we made this flaky tomatoContinue reading “Martha Wrap”

Flaky Tomato and Mozzarella Tart

As always, we were looking for a new idea for a side dish to serve with our regular steak tip dinner. I found this recipe from an issue of Real Simple magazine from last summer that I saved because I thought it sounded good. Kind of like a healthier, fancier pizza…perfect to go with grilledContinue reading “Flaky Tomato and Mozzarella Tart”

Monday Outfit

I’ll be wearing something similar today… Have a great week! Monday Outfit by styledbyjess featuring platform high heels GUESS by Marciano white shirt$98 – marciano.com J Crew j crew sweater$42 – jcrew.com J Crew long cotton skirt$128 – jcrew.com Kate Spade nylon pantyhose$30 – couture.zappos.com Platform high heels$140 – jildorshoes.com

Oscar Party

I love watching the Oscars – the clothes, the movies, the speeches…the snacks! Here is a list of all the films nominated for Best Picture and an appropriate hors d’oeuvre, meal, or dessert to go with each. Make them all or just make the one that corresponds to the movie you want to win BestContinue reading “Oscar Party”

Dinner for Two

I got home from work last Tuesday to the most wonderful Valentine’s Day celebration that I just had to share in case you’re looking for ideas for a romantic dinner for 2… Double Dozen Red Roses Beet and Goat Cheese salad (yes, each beet is in the shape of a heart!!) Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Chateaubriand,Continue reading “Dinner for Two”