How to Make Pumpkin Puree



Now that Halloween is over, you might be thinking of how to store those pumpkins that are lining your stairs. The Seasoned Homemaker has a great post about how to turn pumpkins into pumpkin puree for things like pie, cheesecake, cookies, etc.

 

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Creamy Fudgesicles

Chocolate Chocolate and More has a great recipe for a simple fudgesicle. So yummy and perfect for the near-100 temps we're getting here now.

 

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American Flag Donuts

Ack! How adorable and delicious are these American flag donuts from The First Year? They're definitely labor intensive, but they'd be the hit of any Independence Day get together!

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Peppermint Patty Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Are you still looking for something easy and yummy to leave out for Santa tonight? How about these cookie bars from Dancing with Cinderella? Don't they look delicious. And the recipe couldn't be any easier!

 

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DIY Cake Pop Stand

 

Saving 4 Six turned a plain old piece of trim into a cake pop stand. I've made cake pops before and the drying process can be MESSY! Yay for an easy solution!

 

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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Because I work full-time, my crock pot and I have a bit of a love affair going on. (Don't tell my husband.) I'm always on the look out for new recipes so when I saw this one for Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches I knew it would be next on my to try list. The Farm Girl Recipes has all the details on her blog.

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Healthy Chocolate Dip

I'll be the first to admit that healthy and chocolate are not words that I often put together, but when I saw this Healthy Chocolate Dip from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom I knew I had to give it a try!

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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

The gardens here in Ohio have started to harvest so I am on the lookout for some great ways to incorporate veggies into our meals. These Chocolate Zucchini Muffins from Will Cook For Smiles are a great options!

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Sweet and Salty Mix

I love the combination of sweet and salty so when I saw this Sweet and Salty Mix by Back for Seconds I knew it would be an instant hit. I love that it uses white chocolate and Bugles, two of my favorites!

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Red White and Blue Meringue Cookies

Looking for a fun treat for your holiday celebration look no further than Shugary Sweets. Easy and festive these Red White and Blue Meringue Cookies are sure to be a hit at your party.

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Chalkboard Cookies and Music Cupcake Wrappers

Aren't these chalkboard cookies by The Sugar Turn Table the cutest cookies for back to school? Yes, they are!!!! Great for both the teachers and students.

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I also like this idea from the Sugar Turn Table. She made cupcake wrappers out of sheets of music. How cool is that?

Get the downloadable music cupcake wrappers.

Cake and Cookie Stencils

You've got to check out this tip at Momma Go Round. It is about stencil cakes and cookies. Perfect for holiday treats and parties.

See the cake and cookie stencil how-to.

Add A Printed Image To A Cookie

If you've ever wondered how to add an image to a cookie, you need to read this post from Crafty Workin' Momma (guest posting at Bird Craft.) This is a great idea for parties, holidays or "Just because" moments. See the explanation about adding a printed image to a cookie HERE.

Naturally Dyed Play-do

http://onegoldenapple.blogspot.com/2009/04/good-stuff.html

31 Birthday Cakes

http://www.parenting.com/article/-/Recipe/31-Birthday-Cake-Pictures-Designs-for-Boys-and-Girls

Aprons from tablecloth

http://www.mommyblessings.com/2009/01/apron-from-tablecloth-tutorial.html

Onion Straws

http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2008/03/onion-strings-oh-yeah-baby/