Quick and Simple Pesto Recipe

Hi Everyone! Today I wanted to share a very simple recipe that is delicious and full of flavor! How many of you loooove pesto?  I love it on pizza, sandwiches, caprese salads, and so much more.  The funny thing is that I've never actually made it myself, but have always heard it's so easy.  Well this week I decided to give it a shot and I was so pleased with how it turned out. 

All you need is some oil, nuts, and fresh herbs.  You can use any combination you would like, but I went with olive oil, basil, and pine nuts. I was thinking a parsley version would be good with cashews, so I might try that next.  I didn't measure anything, but if you start with the herbs and nuts first you can add oil as you go for different consistency levels.  Mine ended up more thick, but it was perfect for a spread.  Next all you do is mix everything up in a food processor or blender and voila you have delicious homemade pesto! 

My new favorite breakfast is a slice of toast smeared with pesto and an over easy egg on top...it may look/sound strange, but I promise it is so delicious!

What is your favorite pesto combination? 

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My Favorite Lush Hair Care Products

Hi Everyone! I wanted to share the last bit of Lush products that I've tried.  These are all hair care products and I have some new favorites I'm excited to tell you about. 
Big:
The name says it all...this gives you big giant volumous hair and that is saying something for someone with flat fine hair like mine.  It has chunky pieces of sea salt in it and smells like beachy salt water too, which I like.  Just rub some in your hand to get some suds and then wash your hair like you would with any other shampoo.  Then condition as normal and let your hair air dry afterwards.  It will leave you with volume and beachy waves afterwards. 
 
Roots:
If you only buy one thing from Lush this should be it because this is a game changer.  So I've noticed over the past year that my hair is getting a lot thinner and that I'm losing a lot of hair.  My hair has always been thin, but I've had a lot of it.  My hairline over my forehead seemed to lose a lot of hair and it wasn't growing back anymore until now!  I have been using roots every two days and not washing my hair in between.  Think of this as a deep conditioner that you rinse out with shampoo.  You apply a little bit to your roots and massage it into your scalp.  I let it set while I finish my shower and then rinse out with the rehab shampoo below.  The result is a tingling scalp and smooth hair, which I let air dry.  When my hair is dry it has volume and shine and I have noticed little baby hairs growing again near my hairline...yay!!  My hair has seriously never felt more healthy and I totally love this stuff!
Shampoo Bars (Montalbano and Honey I washed my Hair):
Enter the amazing invention of shampoo bars! These are another saving grace for when I travel because they are solid, so I don't have to worry about the liquid oz. restriction for my carry on.  I am currently using the Honey I Washed my Hair which smells amazing and leaves my hair really shiny.  It pairs nicely with Roots as well.  All you do is wet it a little and rub in your hands to gather some suds.  Then use those suds to wash your hair like a normal shampoo. They have all kinds of different ones for different hair types as well. 

Rehab:
This is a regular shampoo, but does not have the same feel that other chemical filled shampoos have.  It's light, it's not sticky, and it leaves your hair feeling soft and smooth afterwards.  This one also has peppermint oil to stimulate hair growth as well, so it pairs perfectly with Roots.

Fairly Traded Honey:
This shampoo is another staple for sure.  It smell sweet like honey, but don't worry it's not as thick and sticky.  This also leaves your hair really shiny and smooth afterwards.  This is a good cleansing shampoo for those extra sweaty workout days. 

American Cream:
This conditioner smells sooooo sweet and amazing! I seriously bought it because of the smell and I actually really like it.  It pairs nicely with any of the Lush shampoos and is a lightweight conditioner that really hydrates your hair.  This one will definitely become a staple for me. 

R&B and Dirty ToothyTabs:
One awesome thing about my visit to the stores is that they give me samples if I want to try something.  I have the sample of the R&B conditioner to use on split ends and it's great.  You only need a tiny bit rubbed across your fingers and then apply it to your ends after styling.  It keeps them healthy and adds great shine.  I have not tried my tooth tabs yet, but you basically chew these and they'll sud up like regular toothpaste.  Then take your toothbrush and scrub like your normally would and then rinse.  I think it's such a cool idea, especially to travel with and I'm excited to try these. 

What do you think?  Which one of these products are you most excited to try?

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