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Do you like pumpkin seeds? Seeds that are crispy with a touch of savory saltiness on the outside and meaty on the inside? I do, too. I’ve tried making my own roasted pumpkin seeds in the past and the results were not what I had hoped…but now I know the secret to getting them just right.
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It’s the jack o’lantern and candy time of year! Carefully selected, two large pumpkins sat on the stone floor in the basement, patiently waiting for their transformation. It had been too warm to put them out early, so we got down to the wire with the carving…but ‘better late than never’, right?
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Who knew that avocados would make an unbelievably creamy chocolate pudding? Ok, so maybe you already knew that – but did you know that if you add banana, chia seeds, half and half, and pastured beef gelatin, you can make a rich dessert that’s reminiscent of panna cotta?
I love a good muffin: it’s a self-contained, pre-portioned snack with the flexibility of being either sweet or savory. Muffins are especially well-suited for home baking because they’re usually easy to make and very forgiving. With Autumn’s now-chilly weather here, the spiciness of gingerbread is a welcome comfort.
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If your dog is a serious chewer, you know about and probably have several super-tough chew toys, like KONG Extreme toys. Some dogs will happily chew on the thick rubber without the need for any additional incentive, but ours really enjoy a little “special stuffing” in them.
It’s not just hot…it’s actually labeled “extra hot”. Unlike many products represented as spicy, this one really is muy caliente!
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