You can make yummy pumpkin gingerbread just like they serve at Starbucks. And much cheaper! It's super easy and it makes your house smell wonderful! I've tried many pumpkin bread recipes and this one always comes out as our favorite. We love it with homemade apple butter. It makes a much appreciated gift too! This is a great holiday recipe … [Read more...]
Pumpkin, Caramel, and Spice: 5 Fall Recipes to Love
I love Fall. The weather is crisp and energizing, the colors nourish the soul, and the food is fabulous! These recipes are perfect anytime from October through December, but you can enjoy them whenever you like.Caramel Pumpkin Pie Dip1. Caramel Pumpkin Pie DipWhat's not to like about pumpkin pie dip swirled with caramel sauce? You can use regular … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Trifle
I don't have much time to post this today as we are in the midst of making dishes for tomorrow, Thanksgiving Day. I just wanted to post the link for this beautiful trifle.It is made with gingerbread cake crumbs, whipped topping, and spiced pumpkin mixed with butterscotch pudding. It is not less work than a pumpkin pie, but you might like the … [Read more...]
Fall Colors Trending on My Menu
As we were driving the beautiful Natchez Trace Parkway a few days ago I couldn't help but be affected by the beautiful fall colors. They overwhelm the senses. I started seeing the leaf colors as the colors of foods I know and love. I saw the colors of: cranberries brussels sprouts (the king of vegetables in my book) caramels green … [Read more...]
Black Cat Cookies and Pumpkin Pie Dip
I love the way these black cats look! They are made of pie crust, and I'm not sure how I feel about that. True, they are easy to cut out from refrigerated pie pastry, but pastry is easily broken after baking, especially while trying to frost these "cookies." It's just as easy to use refrigerated prepared cookie dough that won't break so … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe for One
Craving a spiced pumpkin latte from your favorite coffee shop? It's really easy to make at home and you won't get a pumpkin sized hole in your wallet!I love having a cup of Pumpkin Spice Latte in the evening (using decaf) for an after-dinner coffee that is more like a rich dessert. It's great to serve at a brunch or if you have someone over for … [Read more...]
Sarabeth’s Pumpkin Muffins
Famed cookbook author Sarabeth Levine makes these muffins with sunflower seeds on top and raisins inside. Great for snacking, holiday breakfasts, and treats in your packed lunch.If you want to freeze these, first freeze them in the muffin pan until the muffins are frozen. Then you can take them out of the pan & put them in a container or plastic … [Read more...]