seasonal plant-based recipes
I’m out of town this week for work so I don’t have a new recipe for you today. But, I do have pictures of the pumpkins at the farmers market last weekend. Yay! Pumpkins! I think pumpkins might be my favorite way to decorate and enjoy the season. So, without further adieu, I give you the beloved pumpkin:
It’s officially fall! It couldn’t have been a more fitting day yesterday for the equinox and official “first” day of autumn. A cool front blew through causing the temperature to dip into the 50s. It’s so funny when we get cool fronts in Texas because even the slightest drop in temperatures prompts everyone to get out their coats and scarves. I can’t decide if this is because our bodies aren’t used to cold weather or if we are just so desperate to wear our favorite cold weather gear that has to remain packed away for most of the year. I think for me it’s a matter of reeeeeeally wanting to wear boots, sweaters, and scarves again.
As I went for a run the other morning, I realized this sort of weather is so inspiring and energizing. I felt like I was bounding down the trail instead of schlepping down it. When I got home I got way into brainstorming mode and started making lists. Among those lists was a lengthy one with ideas for this here blog so hopefully there won’t be a shortage of tasty bites this season.
Since both pumpkins and apples are quintessential fall flavors (and decorations!), they’re both combined here with a bit of spice for a really delicious, healthy, and comforting breakfast (or lunch!). I love eating oatmeal for breakfast once the weather cools down because it is hearty, filling, and the perfect backdrop for endless experimentation. This version tastes a bit like a cross between pumpkin pie and apple pie. I would be lying if I said I didn’t practically inhale this because it was so delicious 🙂
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