A few years back, I grew two little pumpkins that changed everything about how I look at fall. They weren’t just any pumpkins — they were Sugar Pie Pumpkins, the small, sweet kind that bakers love for their creamy texture and rich flavor. I planted them in our raised hugelkultur beds here in Texas, and five months later, I was turning those homegrown pumpkins into the best Brown Sugar Brandy Pumpkin Pie my family had ever tasted.
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🍂 10 Cozy Kitchen Essentials for Fall Baking Season
The mornings have finally turned misty again — that gentle, sleepy fog that curls around the house like a shawl. Out back, our pecan trees are shedding their golden leaves one by one, and the air smells faintly of cinnamon, woodsmoke, and something sweet baking in the oven.Inside, the kitchen hums softly — a pot of tea steaming by the window, a pie crust cooling, and two little boys in their pajamas standing on stools, faces dusted in flour.
10 Adorable Family Halloween Costumes You Can Get on Amazon 🎃
Halloween isn’t just about candy — it’s about stepping into a story together as a family. The crisp air, the glow of jack-o’-lanterns, and your kids giggling as they knock on doors become even more magical when everyone is dressed in a themed costume.
Pumpkin Nights Experience in Austin
If there’s one event in Austin that knows how to capture the magic of fall, it’s Pumpkin Nights. We had the chance to go, and let me just say—this was no ordinary pumpkin patch. From larger-than-life installations to glowing trails filled with music, lights, fog, and the most stunning collection of hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns, the entire…
Brown Sugar Brandy Pumpkin Pie from Scratch Recipe
As the leaves turn shades of orange and gold and the air becomes crisp, there’s no better way to celebrate fall than with a homemade pumpkin pie. I love to make this Brown Sugar Brandy Pumpkin Pie, from scratch as it is a favorite during Thanksgiving. It fills your home with the comforting aroma of spices and also delivers a rich, indulgent taste that perfectly captures the essence of the season.
Apple Cake with Homemade Yogurt
How to Make Apple Cake: One of the most heartwarming experiences in my kitchen is baking apple cake for my one-year-old son, Leon. His curiosity and joy make the process even more delightful. This particular apple cake recipe enriched with homemade yogurt has become a family favorite. Watching Leon’s little face light up with every…
15 Things on My Fall Bucket List in Austin, Texas
Wondering what to do in the fall in Austin? As the heat of summer fades and the crisp, cool air of fall settles in, Austin transforms into a wonderland of vibrant foliage, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin-flavored everything. This fall, I’m on a mission to make the most of the season with a bucket list full…
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