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Spicy Pumpkin Soup #PumpkinWeek

Posted on September 20, 2018 by Cindy Kerschner

This post is sponsored in conjunction with PumpkinWeek . I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the PumpkinWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone.

Spicy Pumpkin Soup blends fall spices with a bit of heat. Yogurt cools it down for an amazing taste!

Welcome to day four of #PumpkinWeek ! Our pumpkin loving bloggers have cooked up a delicious array of recipes to share with you! Follow the hashtag #PumpkinWeek to get in on all the fun!
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If you love pumpkin you need to try this soup. My Spicy Pumpkin Soup has a delicate balance of flavors. Chili powder, cinnamon, smoked paprika add the warmth. Cayenne kicks in a bit of heat. Cabot plain yogurt tames the taste, just right! I also make this with Cabot Vanilla Bean yogurt. Vanilla is wonderful for balancing flavors. The subtle sweetness adds the right touch to the mix!

Here’s the recipe and don’t leave without entering our fantastic giveaway at the end of this post! Click HERE for prize list.

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Spicy Pumpkin Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 3 cups

Serving Size: 1 cup

Spicy Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

2 cups pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cups yogurt divided
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup pepitas

Instructions

Whisk together pumpkin, 1 cup yogurt, milk, and spices in a 2-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Portion and top with remaining yogurt and pepitas.

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Here are today’s #PumpkinWeek recipes! Thank you Terri from Love and Confections and Christie from and A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures for hosting our event!

Beverages:

Pumpkin Hot Chocolate from Sweet Beginnings

Savory:

Pumpkin Alfredo Stuffed Shells from The Crumby Kitchen
Pumpkin Joes from A Day in the Life on the Farm
Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes from Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
Roasted Pumpkin Queso from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
Spicy Pumpkin Soup from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings

Baked Goods & Desserts:

No Churn Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream from Daily Dish Recipes
Pumpkin Cake Roll with Cookie Butter Filling from Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
Pumpkin Cheddar Biscuits from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins from Family Around the Table
Pumpkin Crumb Bread from The Nifty Foodie
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream from The Redhead Baker
Pumpkin Pudding with Sour Cream Vanilla Topping from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
Pumpkin Spice Dessert Hummus from For the Love of Food
Pumpkin Whoopie Pie Recipe from April Golightly

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Pumpkin Banana Walnut Muffins

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Cindy Kerschner

Pumpkin Banana Walnut Muffins sweet banana, tangy pumpkin and crunchy walnuts bring the taste of fall in one bite.

I’m so excited to be part of Fantastical Food Fight group challenge.

Each month a food theme is chosen and participants battle with their recipes linked in the blog hop below.
This month the group is going Bananas!!!!

I love the combo of bananas and walnuts. It’s a classic. I also love pumpkin and walnuts together. So why not combine them all? It is fall after all (almost)!

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Pumpkin Banana Walnut Muffins

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Yield: 9 to 12 pieces

Serving Size: 1 each

Pumpkin Banana Walnut Muffins

Ingredients

1/3 cup pumpkin puree
1 medium ripe banana chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg
1 cup flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

Cream together sugar, banana and butter.
Add pumpkin and egg.
In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking powder and salt. Fold into wet mixture.
Grease muffin tin with vegetable shortening. Divide batter, filling compartments 3/4 full.
Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 30 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

Yield will vary depending on size of banana. I get an average of 10 muffins per recipe.

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Change of Season Storage Tutorial #MyInspiredFall #DunkinAtHome

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Cindy Kerschner

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Fall means time to pack summer away and get ready for cooler weather. Packing summer away can be more than throwing shorts and swimsuits in a box. I found it takes a little more thought to keep beach toys, hats, extra sunglasses and assorted summer only items from getting lost in the shuffle.

It also definitely takes a second cup of coffee to sort things out. Dunkin’ Donuts® Original Blend Ground Coffee gives me a boost to keep going strong. I can always find it at Giant Foods in Allentown, PA.

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Gather Storage Supplies

I found inexpensive storage bags at a discount store. Any large tub with a lid or garment storage bag with a zipper works well.

I like to use trays for dividers. You can also use resealable plastic bags to separate items. You can write on the bags too. Remember to only store washed items that are thoroughly dry to prevent mold or mildew.

Fall temperature can be unpredictable. I keep summer clothes out of the mix. Shorts and summer tops get moved to where I can still access these easily.

Replace and Restock Summer Items

We all take advantage of post-holiday sales. Half price decorations, candy or wrapping paper. I admit I’m a pushover for leftover Halloween candy!

End of Summer sales are a great time to buy clearance items to pack away for next season. You can often get great prices on extra sunglasses, beach towels, footwear, pool toys and more. Sunscreen for example, can be used year-round for outdoor protection.

Create a Hit and Miss List

A review list of what everyone enjoyed should also be included. Was the trip to a historic site a hit or miss? How about movie night? Which movies did everyone like best, comedies, animated or scary ones? Did they enjoy the trips to the beach or was the pool more fun? You can include pictures too.

A hit or miss list will also get the creative juices flowing for next year.

Many businesses give out free calendars for promotion or you can print your own from templates online. You may also find a 2019 planner at a back to school sale before these sales over. Jot down new places to spend the day. Perhaps a park you never visited would be a great place for a picnic. Revisit a museum for new exhibits. Research free and community events that are ongoing and fill in those dates. Schedule a movie night, hike or pool party, whatever your family finds fun!

Once you have a change of seasons system in place, you can easily switch from one season to another.

Food for Thought…Fall is just around the corner. What change of season activity can Dunkin’ Donuts® Original Blend Ground Coffee help you power through? I’d love to hear your ideas in a comment below!

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Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast #PumpkinWeek

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Cindy Kerschner

This post is sponsored in conjunction with PumpkinWeek . I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the PumpkinWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone.

Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast layers sweet pumpkin cream cheese between 2 thick slices of English toasting bread. Drizzle with homemade pumpkin syrup.

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This time of year, I love pumpkin flavor in my go to meals. I scoop pumpkin puree into my baked goods. That action helps cut back on oil or fats needed to add moistness.

French Toast is one of those go to meals for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Maybe even “Brinner”. Does anyone still say that?

I love to slice my own bread. It lets me adjust how much bread I’m eating and how thick the slices turn out. Sometimes I only want a little. Sometimes, I want a lot! Everyone gets just what they want.
Serving Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast for family or guests with everything on the side makes everyone happy!

Here’s the recipe and don’t leave without entering our fantastic giveaway at the end of this post!

Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast

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Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast #PumpkinWeek

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 2 servings

Serving Size: 1 each

Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast #PumpkinWeek

Ingredients

4 slices thick cut English toasting bread or other thick cut bread
1 egg, beaten (In used Eggland's Best)
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon for dusting

filling

1 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup cream cheese
2 tablespoons brown sugar (I used Dixie Crystals)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Pumpkin syrup

1/2 cup sugar (I used Dixie Crystals)
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

pumpkin syrup

Whisk together pumpkin, sugar, water and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Whisk constantly while cooking until desired thickness is achieved. Set aside.

filling

Whisk together pumpkin, cream cheese, brown sugar and cinnamon. Set side.
Grease griddle with butter. Heat over medium heat.
Whisk together egg and milk. Dip bread, cover both sides with egg mixture.
Place bread on hot greased griddle. Sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
Fry until golden brown and bread is firm. Layer pumpkin cream cheese between bread. Top with pumpkin syrup.

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