Braised Turnips-Gourmet Magazine November, 1980-and some outfits

I didn't have turnips, but I had parsnips so that's what you're looking at. The bacon is uncured turkey bacon, but I've otherwise stuck to the recipe. This would be a great recipe for meatless bacon-you're really just going for something smoky and crunchy to toss over at the end. Smoked paprika would probably get the idea across as well. This time of year root vegetables are about all there is, and I'm always looking for something new to do with them. 

Braised Turnips

Cut two pounds of turnips into 1/2 inch cubes and in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water blanch them for 1 minute. Drain the turnips in a colander, refresh under cold water, and pat them dry. 

In a large skillet (I just used the large pot that was already dirty) sauté 1/4 pound of sliced bacon, diced over moderately high heat until it is crisp and transfer it to paper towels to drain. Add to the skillet 1/2 cup minced onion and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (I used margarine) and cook over moderate heat, stirring until the onion is softened. Add the turnips, 1/2 cup of chicken stock, or tinned chicken broth and 3/4 teaspoon each salt and sugar. Toss the mixture and braise it, covered over moderately low heat for 15 minutes rt until the turnips are tender. Cook the mixture, uncovered, stirring until all the liquid is evaporated. Add the bacon, 2 tablespoons minced parsley, lemon juice (didn't give amount so I did 1/2 teaspoon) and salt and pepper to taste. Toss the mixture well, and transfer to  a heated serving dish. Serves 8. 

Served it with a chicken. Yes, that's a lemon in the cavity. No, I don't bother trussing. 

Here come the outfits, so head's up if you're just here for food.

I wore this vintage Victor Costa dress almost exactly a year ago, though I wasn't aware of that when I decided to wear it. 

Here's last year. I went with the original belt this time, but looking back, I also like how it looked with the black belt. No idea why I did brown shoes and a black belt. Probably couldn't find my black shoes. I'm not in love with this dress, though the draping is lovely and the crepe fabric is pleasant enough to wear. I'll probably keep it, but next time I think it might look better with tall boots. I'm missing something and I can't quite figure it out. Some clothes are like that.

It was so cold out I ended up wearing a wool jacket over it anyway. We're still in winter I'm afraid. 

Another day, another opportunity to wear something I did like. 

Nothing you haven't seen before, save for the scarf I picked up a few weeks ago. 

My wardrobe is starting to feel extremely limited as nothing fits properly anymore. Rather than spend a fortune on alterations I'm strategically pinning and belting and waiting for the time I can wear my favoutites again. Until then, I was determined to make this skirt work because it is easy care and has good pockets. Priorities, you know! 

Balletcore, lol. What will these kids come up with next?

I bought several pair of these tights a few years ago when K Mart was closing.

The shoes are Clarks that were unworn when I thrifted them. I love Clarks, but I know they don't work for everyone. It almost makes up for the fact that my feet can't tolerate Lotta From Stockholm clogs. I've always wanted to wear them, but my flat feet won't have it. 

More like JoanDidioncore. The kids haven't caught onto that yet.

The perils of buying clothes online. I didn't notice how dark grey the shirt was, and also that it is a viscose. Wasn't what I was going for, but I decided to keep it anyway as a tee shirt is always useful. Also wouldn't describe it as "extra small" but it is ok. 

A better look at the wrap jacket. I have it in mustard yellow as well. They were on the sale rail at Target. It also came in a muted red but I thought two were enough. The flocked material is nice, and the sleeves fold up easily for washing my hands. I get more of a posh straightjacket than ballerina though. You can see how the front pleats look wrong now that they're pinned, but that's ok.

I was excited to wear this vintage 70s polyester skirt I found at Goodwill. Being very sheer and clingy, I paired it with my best pink slip and was thrilled with how it came together. About an hour later, I was back in bed flattened by nausea and migraine, but that's how it goes. I will definitely wear it again, because I loved how it looked. I'll consider this the rehearsal. 

Maybe next time, silver accessories. I was going to wear a full length white, Geiger coat with it as the weather is still cold. In spring I have some pastel blouses to wear the skirt with, but today I felt like black. Maybe not "Fashion" but I like it, and never really cared if my outfits look dated. They're vintage, ffs. 

I can usually tell if a zip belongs on the side or back, but I just couldn't figure this one out. No label to guide me, I went with the side. If I can't tell, then likely no one else could either.  

I'm off to watch the Grammy award's red carpet. I don't care about the show, just the clothes. Hope to see something interesting. 

Have a good week.