Now, it’s finally time for pumpkin! Even my most die-hard, pumpkin spice loving friend was getting sick of pumpkin spice before the end of October. This is why I don’t understand starting everything earlier and earlier every year. I was seeing Christmas wrapping paper and presents in displays before my Dad’s birthday in mid-October this…
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – 6 Ways
Whether you are carving Jack ‘O Lanterns or just breaking down pie pumpkins for your annual pumpkin pie, any time you cut into pumpkins you get pumpkin seeds. Like many seeds and nuts, pumpkin seeds are a good source of protein and various vitamins and minerals, which makes them a pretty decent snack. So I…
Slow Cooker Pumpkin French Toast
On Christmas morning we wake up, pass out presents, maybe open a couple but then take a break and have big brunch. So that no one has to slave away in the kitchen for too long, over the past couple of years we’ve been experimenting with various overnight French toasts and slow cooker egg bakes. …
Fall Salad with Pumpkin Maple Vinagrette
Anyone else besides me want to admit to a little over indulgence on Thanksgiving yesterday? That means today is probably a good day to have a salad. And just because we’re having a salad doesn’t mean it’s not going to be tasty – trust me there will be no feeling of sacrifice. We’re even going…
How To: Make Pumpkin Puree
It’s getting to be that time when we’re thinking about our Thanksgiving plans and of course when you think about Thanksgiving dinner, pumpkin pie is one of the first things that comes to mind. I made pumpkin puree the first time because my husband was horrified when I suggested making a pumpkin pie with –gasp…