Pumpkin Spice Carmel Dip

4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 c powdered sugar
1/2 c canned pumpkin
1/3 c carmel ice cream topping
1/4 c sour cream
1/2 tsp nutmeg (sounds like a lot to me…)

Directions:
Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together.  Gradually mix in other ingredients.  Beating until smooth.  Mix well.  It gets fluffier as you mix.

Cinnamon 'n' Spice Fruit Dip

I got this recipe from a Relief Society activity night, which I later found on the Taste of Home website.  The unique thing about this recipe is it is SOOOO easy.  Too easy.  And still really good.


Makes 2 cups

2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)
1/4 c packed brown sugar
1/8-1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
dash ground nutmeg
assorted fresh fruit

1.  In a small bowl, combine all ingredients.
2.  Serve with fresh fruit.


Recipe and Photo Source: Taste of Home

Crepes

I think this just might be our new General Conference traditional breakfast.  So easy.  So delicious.  Fun.  Variety.  Fruit.  Nuetella.  What more can I say?


Makes 9

1 cup flour, spooned and leveled
1 TBSP sugar
1/4 tsp coarse salt
1 1/2 C whole milk (I used 2%)
4 large eggs
3 TBSP melted butter, unsalted (I used salted and it was fine)

Toppings
Variety of fruits including chopped strawberries, peaches, bananas, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, etc.
Nuetella
Peanut Butter
syrup
whipped cream

You can also make Savory Breakfast Crepes by filling with egg, meat and cheese.

1.  In a blender, combine all above ingredients.

2.  Puree until mixture is smooth and bubbles form on top, about 30 seconds. Let batter sit at least 15 minutes at room temperature (or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one day; whisk before using).

3.  Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.  Lightly coat with butter.  Add 1/3 c batter and swirl to completely cover bottom of skillet.  Cook until underside of crepe is golden brown, 2-3 minutes.
**I just use a pancake griddle and its super easy.  I did not need to coat griddle with butter :)


4.  Loosen edge of crepe with a rubber spatula, then with your fingertips, quickly flip.  Cook 1 minute more.  Slide crepe out of skillet and repeat with remaining batter (coat pan with butter as needed).

5. Fill with delicious toppings, roll it up burrito style and enjoy!

Photo and Recipe Source: Martha Stewart

Peach Passion Fruit Smoothie

I know this isn't the best picture, but hey, its better than nothin. As I've mentioned before, I'm having a hard time getting my one year old to eat solid fruits. I've found that smoothies are just the ticket. I've been having fun experimenting with different fruits. Seriously, Jamba...why aren't you paying me loads of dough to invent new recipes for you?? :)



Peach Passion Fruit Smoothie

1/4-1/2 C strawberry yogurt

1 C frozen peaches

1 banana

frozen or fresh raspberries and strawberries (I just threw in a big handful of each)

1/4-1/2 C milk

Blend away until smooth. Add as much milk as you'd like for desired consistency. :)

Berry Medley Fruit Smoothie

I've been having trouble getting my little guy to eat most fruits, but if I blend them up in a smoothie, he is all game! This smoothie was SO good. I highly reccomend it-like, HIGHLY. :) I should get a part time job at Jamba Juice for my mad smoothie skills. Try it, you'll see what I'm talkin about.

Berry Medley Fruit Smoothie

16 oz (1 lb) Frozen Berry Medley assortment (found in the freezer section at Walmart) OR fresh strawberries, blackberries, blueberries and red raspberries

1/4 C vanilla yogurt (I like the 'Mountain High' brand, no added processed sugars or corn syrup)

1/2 C milk (or however much it takes to make it the consistency you desire)

1/2 banana

Blend, blend away until smooth. Delicious.

Creamy Fruit Smoothie

I do my best to avoid processed sugar. For a healthier treat, I opt for the more natural schtuff.... This recipe is super yummy and healthy so I don't feel as guilty eating it.

Creamy Fruit Smoothie

2 C frozen fruit (any variety, strawberry, blackberry, raspberry, or a mixture)

1 C milk

6 oz plain or vanilla yogurt (I use the brand Mountain High)

1 banana

1. Place all ingredients in a blender.

2. Cover and blend on high speed for about 2-3 minutes or until smooth.

3. Pour and serve immediately.

Makes four 9 oz servings.