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Category: Fall Recipe Essentials

Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies

Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies

Spice Up Your Autumn with Homemade Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies   Who is ready for pumpkin spice whoopie pies? Well, the answer is clear—everyone! As we transition from “BBQ-flavored-everything-time” to “peppermint-flavored-everything-time,” we find ourselves in my personal favorite season: “pumpkin-spice-flavored-everything-time”! In this blog post, I’m …read more

PUMPKIN APPLE CIDER SOUP & CHEESE CROUTON

PUMPKIN APPLE CIDER SOUP & CHEESE CROUTON

Savor the Season: Pumpkin Apple Cider Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons   Autumn has arrived, And with it comes the delightful season of pumpkin-flavored everything. From lattes to pies, the humble pumpkin takes center stage in kitchens everywhere. But why settle for the ordinary when …read more

The 4 ingredient, 5 minute shortcut to Pumpkin Mousse

The 4 ingredient, 5 minute shortcut to Pumpkin Mousse

  Do you know what’s missing in your life? Specifically, Four Ingredient Easy Pumpkin Mousse. There are probably other things, but I write about food. I can assure you, this is one easy and delicious recipe you can use in eight different ways.   Plus, …read more

The perfect autumn meal – Pumpkin Chili and Cornbread Waffles

The perfect autumn meal – Pumpkin Chili and Cornbread Waffles

  It’s time for Pumpkin Chili and Cornbread Waffles As soon as the chill of autumn hits the air I feel compelled to make soups. I drag “the big pot” out of the back of the cupboard and it stays handy until the end of …read more

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Sage Parmesan Crisps

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Sage Parmesan Crisps

   Roast Butternut Squash and Apple Soup. A simple, seasonal, sensational soup.   Maybe I’ve been inhaling too much pumpkin spice candle, but I felt a change the air this week.  I’m choosing slippers over sandals, long sleeves over t-shirts, and soups over salads. And …read more

The easiest Two Ingredient pumpkin muffins. Ever.

The easiest Two Ingredient pumpkin muffins. Ever.

    Two Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins With these Two Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins it’s officially pumpkin flavored everything time!  Which falls directly between BBQ flavored everything time and peppermint flavored everything time. Sheesh! Where has the year gone?   In my never ending quest to hack …read more

One Bite Apple Pies with Salted Caramel Sauce.

One Bite Apple Pies with Salted Caramel Sauce.

One Bite Apple Pies with Salted Caramel Sauce I’ve done something terribly wonderful. Or wonderfully terrible. You pick. I made One Bite Apple Pies!   Imagine homemade apple pie filling with crisp fresh apple, that’s been dotted with gooey caramel, and wrapped inside flakey sugary …read more

Apple Rose Tart with Apple Butter Cheesecake and Toasted Pecan Crust

Apple Rose Tart with Apple Butter Cheesecake and Toasted Pecan Crust

    What??? Apple Rose Tart with Apple Butter Cheesecake and Toasted Pecan Crust? OMG! Is this just like me, or what? I’m so ready for fall that I plotzed face first into apple season with this gorgeous Apple Rose Tart. This is what I …read more

The Zen of Healthy Snacking in a Busy World

The Zen of Healthy Snacking in a Busy World

  The Zen of Healthy Snacking in a Busy World “Mom? What is there to eat???” If bridging the gap between meals is causing you stress, read on. Snacks. Good or Bad??? Snacking can be a very healthy habit. Snacks offer opportunities to add extra …read more

Easy Peasy Split Pea Soup

Easy Peasy Split Pea Soup

  Creamy and savory soup that’s just perfect year round. This easy to follow, stove top Easy Peasy Split Pea Soup recipe is easy to make but oh, so hearty. This soup is wonderful with crispy croutons, but in my world it’s usually paired with …read more