[christie]

Quick. A recipe. The troops are getting hungry.

[carlo3b]

Halloween Stuff, and Related Nonsense

Pumpkins are our friends....really.......I mean it.........true stuff......no kidding....... yep!

Health Benefits
 Pumpkins are a tasty source of vitamins and minerals, particularly beta-carotene, vitamin C, and potassium. It also helps prevent arterosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, which can lead to strokes and/or heart attacks. Pumpkin seed oil and pumpkin seeds are a good source of zinc and unsaturated fatty acids which are effective help for prostate ailments. A study by the USDA indicated that diets high in pumpkin as a fiber source tended to curb the appetite, yet provided more food for the same calorie count. The subjects in this study also absorbed less fat and calories from their food. As with all homeopathic treatments, consult your physician before dosing yourself.

 

[carlo3b]

Great Pumpkin Pancakes with Praline Sauce

• 1 can of canned pumpkin
• 2 cups flour
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• dash of salt
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 cups milk
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened

In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except the cream cheese. Bake small pancakes on a heated griddle until edges are brown and bubbles rise to the surface; turn and bake until golden. The pancakes will be very light. While warm spread with cream cheese and roll like a crepe. Serve with hot praline sauce.

Praline Sauce

• 2 cups of toasted walnuts, chopped
• 2 sticks of butter
• dash of cinnamon
• 3 cups light Karo Syrup
• 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1 Tablespoon vanilla
• 1/4 teaspoon of maple flavoring

Combine, and heat to boiling on medium, continue until thickened. Serve over pancakes. Serves 8 to 10.