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New Blog!

Hey guys! Recently decided to switch my blog over to Wordpress! I'll still be posting the same content, but even more! Go ahead and head over there to keep up with new posts!

https://beautyandbananasblog.wordpress.com

Thanks for the support!
xoxo,
Steph

Our Savannah Trip!

Hey y'all! Last week Hayden and I took a road trip to Savannah, Georgia for the European Experience car show! It was so much fun, and I loved the city. Here's the vlog and extra pictures of the trip below! ;)

Thanks for watching!

Xoxo,

Steph

Healthy Recipe | Salsa Verde Chicken and Cilantro Lime Rice

Hey guys! Last night I tried out a new recipe and I wanted to share it with y'all! I was inspired by Paige Hathaway (one of my favorite fitness girls!) and her last vlog video when she showed how to make this. It's super easy, takes minimal effort, and is very healthy. It's high in protein and has a good amount of carbs, and is low in fat- which make a great post workout meal. This chicken recipe uses the crockpot, so it's very convenient if you have a busy schedule. Just let it cook on low for 4-5 hours and you're free to leave the house. I also love cilantro lime rice, so I'm glad I know an easy way to make it now. This recipe seriously tastes like it came from a gourmet Mexican restaurant. Let's get cooking!


SALSA VERDE CHICKEN
Serves 3-4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of chicken breast
• 1 jar of salsa verde (green salsa)
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• optional: extra garlic, black pepper, or seasonings you like

Directions:

1. Place chicken in crockpot 
2. Pour salsa on top
3. Set crockpot on low and set the timer for 4 hours
4. Later, when finished cooking, remove chicken, and shred with a fork. It will be super tender! 

CILANTRO LIME RICE

Serves 3-4

Ingredients:

• Rice of choice (I used wild rice, but white rice, brown rice, jasmine rice all work!)
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• garlic powder
• juice of 1 lime

Directions:

1. Cook rice according to package. (I brought 2 cups of water to a boil, turned down hear, and cooked 1 cup rice on low for 15 min.)
2. Once rice is done cooking, add in the lime, cilantro, and garlic and stir.
3. Optional: add a teaspoon or two of olive oil if the rice is a little dry, but mine didn't need it. 

TIME TO EAT!

1. Scoop a serving of rice (whatever a serving is for YOU) on to the plate
2. Add chicken
3. Top with a little of the juice from the crock pot
4. Top with fresh cilantro!
5. Enjoy!

Hope you guys enjoyed this quick recipe and let me know if you'd like more!

Xoxo,

Steph

SENIOR PROM! | PICTURES & MAKEUP DETAILS

Hey guys! Friday night was my senior prom, and I thought I'd share the pictures with you guys, as well as what I did with my makeup. I decided not to vlog because I just wanted to enjoy the whole day and live in the moment. I'm so sad this is my last prom... but I'm also so excited for everything the future holds. Prom, graduation, summer, college... so much is happening in the upcoming months! Ahhhh

Senior prom was amazing! Since I am homeschooled, it's a little different, but not much! lol

When Hayden and I started dating (and I mean the first day we made it official) he asked me when my prom was and if I would wear sneakers. I said of course! (along as they had glitter on them) Hayden is really into collecting sneakers, so it's something special to him I wanted to do! 

When I was little, I  always wanted to wear a "princess dress" to prom and in past years I've always gone super simple and sleek- so this year I wanted to do something different, romantic and feminine. The dress I decided on was a tulle dress with light blue and pink floral, and it made me feel so girly and elegant. My glitter sneakers are Kate Spade by Keds. Hayden wore matching blue pants with a grey jacket, pink gingham bowtie (so Chuck Bass I can't even ahhh) and white sneakers.

Megan, who also has a beauty channel, did my hair and she was amazing! Check her out here! We decided to do a soft fishtail braid and added extensions for extra thickness. 

The night was so much fun! I couldn't ask for a better date haha
Keep scrolling for makeup details and more pictutres- big thank you to my friend Kathryn for taking amazing pictures! You're the best <3

For my makeup, I wanted it to be girly and glam, but not distract from my dress. I did a soft pink toned eye, with winged liner and fluttery lashes, glowy pink cheeks and a soft berry lip.

MAKEUP PRODUCTS USED

Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation in #127

Makeup Forever Ultra HD concealer in R22

Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard

Smashbox Photo Filter Powder in Shade 3

Kat Von D Shade & Light Contour Palette

Kevyn Aucoin Tropical Days Shimmering Bronzing Veil

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter Pressed in Opal

Becca Flowerchild Blush

Nars Pro Prime Eyeshadow Base

Becca Ombre Rouge Palette

Loreal Infallible Black Gel Eyeliner

KISS Ritzy Lashes mixed with Ardell Indvidual Lashes

Kevyn Acoin Precision Brow Pencil

Kevyn Aucoin Minimal Lipliner

Jouer Longwear Lip Creme in Lychee

Jouer Essential Lip Enhancer

Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray

More pictures!

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you had or will have an awesome time at prom! Love you all!

XoXo,

Steph

Prom Makeup Tutorial For Any Dress

Hey girls! Prom season is here and I thought I'd create a look that would go with any dress. I went a simple soft smokey eye (with a touch of glitter) and a pretty berry lip. This look is timeless and glam and will great in pictures without looking like you tried too hard. This year will be my senior prom, so I'm super excited to see how this look will go with my dress! Watch the video below to see how to re-create the look:

PRODUCTS USED

St. Tropez One Night Only Self Tanner for Face & Body

Nars Pro Prime Eye Prime

Loreal Infallible Eyeshadow in Bronzed Taupe

Becca Ombre Rouge Palette

Mac Reflects Pearl Glitter

Boreal Black Gel Eyeliner

KISS Ritzy Lashes

Maybelline Full n Soft Waterproof Mascara

Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation

Makeup Forever Ultra HD Concealer in R22

Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard

Kat Von D Shade + Light Palette

Tarte Exposed Blush

Tarte Blissful Blush

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter Pressed in Opal

Kevyn Aucoin Precision Brow Pencil

Nars Tinted Brow Gel

Kevyn Aucioin Minimal Lipliner

Jouer Longwear Lip Creme in Lychee

Jouer Essential Lip Enhancer

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray

Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope you have a great time at prom!

Xoxo,

Stephanie