Tis the season for all things pumpkin. These dinner rolls rely on the humble can of pumpkin puree for softness, and bring out those fall flavors with a little sage, orange zest and a touch of honey. And a sprinkling of cheese for good measure. Perfect for upcoming holiday feasts, or to pair with a warm bowl of soup or stew for a satisfying autumn meal.
Tag: Whole Wheat
Pesto and Cheese Monkey Bread
I’m not sure why monkey bread is called monkey bread, but it sure is fun to eat, pulling apart sections of bread. Usually monkey bread is sweet, with a sticky topping. But we’re going to the savory side with this one. Pesto in the dough and on the top and bottom of the bread, and a liberal sprinkling of cheese in the layers makes this a bit of comfort baking heaven. I apologize in advance if your grocery foraging situation is still wonky. As long as I don’t want beans or rice, I can usually find what I need now, although I have to go to the more expensive grocery stores for flour.
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Hummingbird Cake
If you didn’t grow up in the South or know someone from there, Hummingbird Cake might be something you’ve never heard of. Well, thank goodness for you, that is about to change. And no, there aren’t any hummingbirds involved. This swoon-worthy Southern dessert consists of three layers of cake full of bananas, canned pineapple, sometimes nuts, and slathered together with cream cheese frosting. How it got its name or where it actually originated from is a bit of a mystery. But one thing is for sure, it is dang delicious!