Pumpkin-Praline Layer Cake

Pumpkin-Praline Layer Cake Since we have been informed that canned pumpkin is indeed squash maybe I should change the name of the cake? I believe that whether pumpkin or squash it is the taste and not the name that we are fond of. So pumpkin or squash this is a tasty cake for Samhain. Ingredients … Continue reading Pumpkin-Praline Layer Cake

Pumpkins and Squashes — jovinacooksitalian

Pumpkins When choosing a pumpkin at the market, look for soft spots, mold, wrinkles or open cuts that would indicate damage or early spoilage. Choose a pumpkin with a solidly attached stem. A green stem indicates a freshly harvested pumpkin. Choose pumpkins between 4 to 8 pounds and labeled “sugar pumpkins” or “pie pumpkins.” Some […] … Continue reading Pumpkins and Squashes — jovinacooksitalian

Ginger-Apple-Glazed Chicken

Ingredients 1 recipe Ginger-Apple-Glaze 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1-14 lb. total) Nonstick cooking spray 2 medium apples, cored and sliced 1 medium leek, sliced, or 1/3 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons apple juice, apple cider, or chicken broth 1 10 ounce bag prewashed spinach, stems removed (about 10 … Continue reading Ginger-Apple-Glazed Chicken

Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Pumpkin Seed Brittle Ingredients: 1 cup white sugar ½ cup light corn syrup ¼ cup water 1/8 Tsp salt 1 cup shelled pumpkin seeds ½ Tsp cinnamon ¼ Tsp cloves 2 Tbsp butter 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract 1 Tsp Corn Starch Directions Line a cookie sheet with aluminum … Continue reading Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Roasted Pumpkins with Bacon and Brown Sugar

Roasted Pumpkins with Bacon and Brown Sugar Ingredients 6 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and drained, drippings reserved 2 2 lb. pie pumpkins 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 tsp. fennel seed, crushed 2 to 3 green onions, diagonally sliced … Continue reading Roasted Pumpkins with Bacon and Brown Sugar