My younger daughter turned one recently. Like most caregivers, I am in awe that the year has passed so quickly, but because of COVID quarantining and social distancing, it feels like she has been a part of our family for so long. I have gotten a large amount of quality time with her this past…
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Pumpkin Spice Smoothies
I love pumpkin spice season, which is evident by the last few recipes we’ve posted on True Family Food. This recipe is a perfect after nap snack that is a snap for a toddler to make. If you’re like me, you get into ruts of smoothie making. We do the standard frozen berries, frozen banana,…
Pumpkin Spice Oat Pancakes
“These pancakes are better than normal pancakes” -my husband. For those of you who don’t know him, this is high praise, especially considering it was unprompted. The verdict was that he likes them more because they are “heartier” than a standard pancake, and I agree. The flavor is festive, the texture is soft, with a…
Gluten Free Vegan Pumpkin Donuts
These donuts are the perfect texture. Just cakey enough to be light and fluffy. The sweetness of the maple syrup and pumpkin make this donut yummy as is, or you can add a simple powdered sugar glaze. The perfect way to celebrate the beginning of fall, or to surprise your favorite teacher friend who is…
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
There is something that feels very old world, waste not want not about roasting the pumpkin seeds that came out of your carving pumpkins. I love getting pumpkins as soon as October hits, and waiting (im)patiently to carve them. I was not as patient as I should have been this year. We carved them too…
Pumpkin Spice Hummus
Hello fall! We are finally getting a whisper of colder weather here in Texas, and so I am again feeling the urge to make all things pumpkin. This hummus has a sweet and savory kick that I crave this time of year, but without the load of sugar that you get with the latte or…
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