A pilgrimage to resource efficiency 

Cooking

The Blogging Pilgrim

    Old world self-sufficiency in a new world … 

So much of our lives literally revolves around the kitchen. We eat all our meals together there, sharing the day’s challenges and successes. It served as the school room and the family room for playing games. Plans for the day and the future are discussed and solidified over food and drink. The bills get paid, records are kept and taxes figured there. Seeds are spread on the table while planning the garden and jars are sorted and filled there at harvest time. Quilts and clothes get cut and sewn on that table. Neighbors and friends are always welcome to share a cup of coffee and baked goods of the day. Wonderful memories reside in the kitchen while delightful new, little people come to add their chapters.

Get the Most Out of Your Pumpkins!

When you have a bountiful harvest of garden-fresh pumpkins, the possibilities are nearly endless. From classic pumpkin pies to savory curries, there’s no shortage of ways to put your homegrown pumpkins to good use.

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Pumpkin Cake

Thought pumpkin pie was delicious how about some pumpkin cake. This easy and wonderful recipe will have your tasted buds wanting more. Be sure to only make one cake at a time, it can be to good to resist.

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Pumpkin Bread

Delicious Pumpkin Bread recipe the entire family will love and rave about. Great with breakfast, toasted with some butter and honey.

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Rich and Creamy Pumpkin Pie

A standard pumpkin pie recipe that screams Thanksgiving tradition. Nothing like a traditional pumpkin pie to bring back fond memories of the family getting together.

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What to do with all this pumpkin.

The small pumpkin varieties do very well for us both in their maturity rate and in the quantity of fruit produced.  One of these cute little guys provides 4 -5 cups of pumpkin puree. Puree is great for a variety of recipes.

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Black Bean Brownies

Here is a great brownie recipe for those times when you are out of the boxed stuff. Greatest perk, these brownies are packed full of proteins. A delicious dessert plus nutrition, that’s a win win!

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Pinto Pie

Delicious pie, sweet and full of protein. It is easy to make with ingredients that you already have in your pantry.

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