Cassie DeNisco

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Easy Berry Smoothie Recipe

As the weather gets warmer, I love a smoothie in the morning! I’ve shared my go to tropical smoothie recipe on here before but this easy berry smoothie recipe takes you back to the basics. I love a quick morning smoothie to get in your fruit for the day on the go!

I will say, this recipe is so easy thanks to my Ninja Blender. You can seriously just throw everything in and set it & forget it. This is such a high powered blender that it truly is amazing in the morning when you need to get out the door quickly.

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Smoothie Recipe

1 cup frozen strawberries

1/2 cup frozen blueberries

1 frozen banana

1/3 cup oats

1/2 cup walnuts

oatmilk (I start with about a 1/2 cup and continue to add as needed)

drizzle of honey

2 scoops Vital Proteins collagen (shop here)

Directions

  • Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth. Because of the oats and walnuts, this is a slightly chunkier smoothie so if you’d prefer it smooth, omit them!

What I love most about smoothies is how easy they make it to get your daily nutritional values in. I don’t always reach for a breakfast in the morning or even a fruit so by making this I truly get everything I need in for the day and it’s only like 10am by the time I’m done!

Feel free to add some protein to bulk up this easy berry smoothie recipe! I really just make this for the fruit aspect so I know I’m getting them in each day! If you make this smoothie, let me know in the comments below! You can check out other smoothie recipes here!

Reading Essentials for the Book Lover

I don’t have a book review for this month so I thought I would instead share my reading essentials! These are perfect for a book lover who wants the connivence to read in any situation! Essentials like these have transformed my reading habits and made it so much easier for me to read wherever!

This post contains affiliate links so I make a small commission if you choose to purchase through them! These have seriously made me reach my reading goals and just elevate my reading time!

Kindle

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reading essentials

The Kindle paper-white has truly changed the reading game for me. I swear it’s more convenient to read with this than a regular book because you can really get comfy and cozy anywhere with this. I love that it tells you the percentage left in the book and you can really tailor it to your preferences. You can make smaller fonts so you can have more words on a page or you can make it brighter or yellower so it’s easier for you to read.

Pop Socket for Kindle

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reading essentials

If you have a Kindle, you NEED a pop socket for it! It truly makes holding the kindle so much better. I had mine for about 2 years before I added the pop socket to it and I’m not even kidding that it made it so much better for me. It elevates your reading experience and makes it comfy to read whenever you want.

Reading Light

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If you are still into the regular old book, I highly suggest a reading light. I love reading at night before bed but hate when I have to have such bright lights on. This particular light is so amazing because you can really toggle the color and lighting to whatever is best for you. I also love that this attaches so easily to your book with the clip so it doesn’t fall off if you try to get comfy.

Good Reads

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This is such an amazing concept that I can have a to be read list and then an actually read list all in one spot. I know there a few other apps like this out there but I love this one because easily links to your Kindle. It will record reading progress and even mark when you finish books so you don’t have an extra step!

I hope you love this post dedicated to my reading essentials! I love a good book and all of these have seriously helped to make my reading experience so much better! You can check out January’s book review here: january book review!

My French Bulldogs Care Routine

One non-negotiable I have every Sunday is my french bulldogs care routine. I take about 30 minutes and focus on all things Sky to keep her happy and healthy for the week ahead. I’ve also found this routine has helped to keep problems like ear infections at bay because I’m taking care of her each week.

I am obviously not a vet but having Sky for 4 years now has made me realize how important a maintenance routine with your pup, especially a Frenchie can be. This post contains affiliate links so I make a small commission if you purchase but I wouldn’t recommend a pet product that I don’t absolutely love.

Teeth Brushing

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This is probably the most important thing you can do for your pet but I know not every pup will let you do this. I started brushing Sky’s teeth as a puppy and she honestly just sits and lets me do it. The vet always compliments her teeth and how great the look and I know it’s from my weekly brushing.

Ear Cleaning

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french bulldog's care routine

When Sky was a puppy, she would get so many ear infections and just gunk in her ears. Now that I clean them weekly, they have stopped and it’s truly easy to maintain. I put a squirt in each ear and let her shake it out. I then go in with a cotton round and just gently wipe an debris out!

Wrinkle Wipes

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french bulldog's care routine

These were vet recommended to us and I love them. Sky was having some weird gunk in her wrinkles and after using these they’ve been so much better. I will use these twice a week sometimes if I feel like she needs it but it’s great because you wipe it clean and then it helps to dry out the moisture which is the problem with wrinkles.

Wipes

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french bulldog's care routine

These are my favorite all over wipes for Sky. They’re fragrance free and so great for her sensitive skin. I use these when she’s muddy or just needs a like refresh in between baths!

I hope you like these french bulldogs care routine post! I love taking care of Sky and these products help me keep her healthy and happy! Let me know if you have any favorite Frenchie products!

My Easy Chicken Cutlet Recipe!

One thing about me is I love an easy chicken cutlet recipe! I feel like I really have perfected mine and I’m so excite to share it with you! I feel like making cutlets can seems so daunting but once you get the hang of it, you really will never look back!

To make these cutlets, I like to use my electric fryer. I feel like it helps to make the process faster as you can fit more in it than just a pan on the stove. You can shop the exact electric fryer I have here! (this is an affiliate link so I make a small commission if you choose to purchase)

easy chicken cutlet recipe

Ingredients

  • 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breast
  • at least 4 cups italian bread crumbs
  • 5 eggs cracked and scrambled
  • vegetable oil (enough to coat the bottom of you pan)

Directions

  1. Start by thinly slicing your chicken breast. I’ve found holding the chicken with one hand on top and using the knife sideways makes it easy and provides the thinest cutlets! Keep doing this until all your chicken breast are cut.
  2. Put your bread crumbs on either plate with sides or a low bowl then scramble the eggs and place them in another bowl with a little warm water.
  3. Warm you pan or electric fryer with enough oil to coat the bottom of it!
  4. Place your thinly sliced chicken in the egg and flip it over then place it in the bread crumbs and flip it over. Once that process is done you are ready to fry!
  5. Place breaded chicken in pan and let it sit until one side is golden brown then flip. Repeat the process until you have finished all the chicken!
  6. Let cooked cutlets sit on a paper towel lined plate to rest and enjoy!
easy chicken cutlet recipe

I hope you enjoyed this yummy chicken cutlet recipe! I love to pair mine with couscous and green beans for an easy week night meal or make them with mozzarella and tomato sauce for chicken parm! You can also make them and freeze them so you have them on hand at all times!

If you loved this recipe, you can read more on the blog here!

My Favorite Skims Pieces

It’s been almost 2 years since my first review of Skims and I’m honestly surprised to say, I’ve become obsessed! Whenever I’m home, I’m wearing Skims so I wanted to share some of my favorite skims pieces with you!

You can check out my Skims review here to see how some of those pieces ranked! This post contains affiliate links so I do make a small commission if you choose to purchase through them!

Soft Lounge Sleep Set

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favorite skims pieces

This material is next level soft! I love to wear the pants separately too which means I get more wear out of this set. I really love how loose this is and the material is super breathable so it’s great all year round.

Soft Lounge Set

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favorite skims pieces

This is the same material as the pajama set but I love the long sleeve on this set! You do purchase the pieces separately but I just love the color ranges on Skims and that every color has so many different options.

Cotton Rib Tank

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I talk about this tank every change I get! I seriously love it so much! It’s been a staple since my first Skims order in 2022 and I order 1 every time I place a new order. It’s just perfect to wear at home or out and about!

Fits Everybody Scoop Bralette

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favorite skims pieces

This is probably the best bralette I have ever owned! It’s made from the softest material and is just perfectly comfy. It’s great to lounge in at home when you need a little extra support!

I love Skims because it really elevates my loungewear ! Everything is seriously so comfortable and I feel like I’m constantly on the website checking out their new pieces! Let me know in the comments below your favorite Skims pieces!

Easy Breakfast Muffin Recipe!

I love this recipe because it truly is so easy to make! This delicious breakfast muffin recipe as sausage, egg & cheese in it to make the perfect filling, on the go meal! These were a go to for me as a kid and now that I’ve rediscovered them, I am obsessed!

These muffins are only 5 ingredients and can be made in advanced and stored in the fridge or freezer! You only need a muffin pan and you are all set!

breakfast muffin recipe

Ingredients:

2 Cup Bisquick

1 cup vegan cheese

1 box Brown and serve sausage

2/3 cup vegan milk

2 eggs

Recipe:

  1. Preheat oven to 350
  2. Add bisquick to a bowl then mix in your vegan milk, eggs, and cheese.
  3. Microwave brown and serve just enough so you can chop it into small pieces.
  4. Fold sausage into the bisquick mix.
  5. Grease a muffin pan and then fill each section with about 1/4 cup of the bisquick mix.
  6. Cook muffins for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

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I hope you enjoyed this easy breakfast muffin recipe! This was one of my favorites as a kid before school and it’s easily become a go to now for a snack or breakfast. You can really customize these to your flavor preferences too!

Be sure to check out more breakfast recipes like this one here!

Amazon Must Haves for Janauary!

One of my favorite posts I do each year is an Amazon Must Haves! I recap some of my favorite items I purchased the previous year so you have a list of great recommendations. These items are a great list of essentials!

This post contains affiliate links so I make a small commission if you purchase through this! I love these items and they seriously made my 2023 so great!

Chamberlain Coffee Chai Mix

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amazon must haves

I love a morning drink but I can’t have too much caffeine. This is the perfect little morning drink for me! It’s creamy and delicious! I so appreciate that it is blended with oatmilk too because I am dairy free and most other chai blends are made with real milk.

Criss Cross Office Chair

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amazon must haves

This is probably the best office chair you’ll ever use! It’s so comfy and huge that you can really lounge on it while you work. I love how stylish it looks in the room and that it can spin. It was really affordable too much was a serious plus!

Travel Bag

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amazon must haves

This travel bag has been my go to wherever I travel too! I use this for my bedside table stuff like my chapstick, charges, crystals etc. that I will always reach for at night. This makes traveling a breeze because I always leave this right where I sleep so I have all my essentials.

Workout Tank Tops

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amazon must haves

I’ve definitely mentioned these tank tops before but I can’t live without them! They are the perfect over the sports bra top for working out or running errands. These are so flattering and at such a great price point I couldn’t resist. You can read more about them in my 2022 Amazon must haves!

This list of Amazon must haves includes all my go to pieces! I love these items and couldn’t live without them in 2023. I hope these items get you excited for the new year and just home make it the comfiest year yet.

My Winter Skincare Products!

As we are deep in the winter months now, I wanted to share my winter skincare products I can’t live without! As I’ve gotten older, my skin is drier so these products are super moisturizing and great for the winter months!

I want bright, glowy skin all year long and I feel like these products really help me combat the dull winter vibes! I have everything linked below so it’s easy to shop! These are affiliate links so I do make a small commission if you choose to purchase!

Kiehls Ultra Facial Moisturizer

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winter skincare products

I’ve spoken about this before in my updated skincare routine but I couldn’t not mention it here! This is truly a moisturizer that does so well all year round for me but especially the colder months. I don’t find myself feeling dry throughout the day like I might’ve with other brands. I also love how the product is thick but it glides on the skin and is easy to distribute.

Necessaire Body Serum

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winter skincare products

This is a game changing body lotion! The serum consistency makes it easy to wear under anything and literally glides on. I love to moisturize after every shower and this truly helps to make it so much easier for me! It’s light enough that you can put a bunch on and not have to worry about it sliding off if you get too hot.

Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

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winter skincare products

This is newer in my winter rotation but I have really come to love it. It’s so moisturizing and I love that I can use this as needed as a mask or keep it on as a true moisturizer. I’ve really been using it once a week as just my nighttime moisturizer and I really can’t live without it! It’s exactly what I need one a week to reset my skin.

I hope these winter skincare products will help you stay glowing and hydrated this winter! Don’t forget to also drink your water because that also helps a ton! If you loved this post, I have a winter skin post from last year you can read here!

Vegan Chickpea Orzo Soup

I have a delicious recipe for you today that I know you’re going to love! My vegan chickpea orzo soup is so easy to make and perfectly cozy for these colder winter months. I also love that this is a vegan recipe because I love incorporating meatless meals into my rotation! This is perfect for your new year resolution to be a little healthier!

This is definitely one of my easier recipes and really doesn’t need too much! I feel like many of us have these ingredients on hand already, so it might just be the orzo you have to actually get! I hope you love this as much as I do!!

vegan chickpea orzo soup

Ingredients:

8 cups veggie broth

1 bag orzo

can carrots

1 can chickpeas

1 tbsp flour

medium onion diced

2-3 celery stalks diced

1 tbsp garlic

italian seasoning

1-2 tbsp vegan heavy cream or milk

salt + pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. To a large pot, sauté diced celery and onions in buter, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Add in 2 tbsp of flour and stir until thick.
  3. Add in veggie broth, orzo, chick peas, and carrots.
  4. Bring to a boil then cook until orzo is al dente. Make sure you stir often!
  5. Remove from heat and stir in seasonings and heavy cream.
  6. Serve with biscuits or bread and enjoy!!

As you can see this is literally the easiest soup recipe! I love this vegan chickpea orzo soup because it’s packed with veggies! If you loved this recipe, you can follow me on pinterest or click here for more recipes!

Cheesy Jalapeno Bread Recipe

I am sharing the perfect cheesy jalapeno bread recipe for your holiday parties!! This is like the easiest bread recipe but comes out tasting SO delicious. I even made mine with vegan cheese and it came out great!

The main star of this show is your Dutch Oven pot. I have a 7.5 quart and it seriously makes my life so easy! You can shop for a dutch oven here! (affiliate link)

Cheesy Jalapeno Bread Recipe

cheesy jalapeno bread recipe

Ingredients:

3 1/2 cups bread flour

1 packet active yeast

2 cups warm water

1 tbsp salt

4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

2 large jalapeños diced

1 large jalapeno sliced

Directions:

  1. Start by added your yeast to a bowl an pouring in 2 cups of warm water. Let sit for a few minutes until yeast starts to bubble.
  2. In another bowl, add flour and salt, mix then make a little well in the middle and pour in the yeast/water mixture, diced jalapeno and 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. I always start by folding everything over with my spatula and then when it gets too tough I knead very gently with my hands!
  4. Cover with a kitchen towel and let sit for at least 2 hours. I usually let it sit for most of the day.
  5. Take dough out and knead it a few more times then in a clean bowl add oil and a sprinkle of flour. Set the dough back in the bowl and let sit for 1 more hour.
  6. Once you’re ready to bake, put your dutch oven in oven and let it preheat at 450 for 30 minutes.
  7. Take your bread out of it’s bowl, lightly knead it, score it then add more shredded cheese and sliced jalepeno on top to decorate.
  8. Carefully put the bread in the very hot dutch oven and cook covered for 30 minutes. When the timer goes off, cook for 15 more minutes. Sometimes I want the cheese crispier so you can leave it in for an extra 10 minutes if needed.
  9. Enjoy!

I hope you loved this easy bread recipe! It’s become a true hit with my family and I seriously love it! You can just make a regular loaf by omitting the jalpeno and cheese from it! If you liked this cheesy jalapeno bread recipe, check out more recipes here!