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As Promised: Pumpkin x 2

November 13, 2010 by Hillary 17 Comments

… and you thought I wasn’t going to post today. Studying metabolic pathways or blogging? Hmmm… tough decision.

First things first. The random winner of my blogiversary giveaway is:

Comment #50: Sami!

Please e.mail me your mailing address, so I can mail your freshly-made granola & decadent dark chocolate.

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Next up: pumpkin recipes!

After a 40-minute run around my neighborhood this morning, I came home and made a special Saturday breakfast that I had dreamt up last night while in the shower. You never know when an idea will strike!

Fall “French Toast” Sandwich

This is about as far away from traditional French toast as one can get.

What you’ll need:

  • 1 TJ’s British Style Multigrain English Muffin
  • 1/2 ripe banana
  • 2T maple almond butter
  • 2T pumpkin
  • cinnamon
  • 1/2 c. soy milk – I used unsweetened.
  • 1 egg + 1 egg yolk [may use flax “eggs” to make the recipe vegan]
  • real maple syrup for drizzling

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I didn’t realize I only had about 1-2 tsp. of maple syrup left. Not to worry…

To make:

In a shallow dish, mix soy milk, eggs & cinnamon [recipe makes more than enough liquid for one sandwich]. Spread almond butter on one half of the English muffin, and pumpkin on the other. Place banana slices in between the two layers. Then place the sandwich in the egg batter, flipping to coat both sides. Lastly, cook over medium heat, about 3-5 minutes each side until crispy and golden brown. Drizzle with real maple syrup. 

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Turns out the fork wasn’t necessary. I picked it up and ate it like a sandwich, hence the recipe name.

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YUM!

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To warm me up from my chilly run, a hot cup of drip coffee just like my dad makes. I am father’s daughter after all.

And now for recipe #2.

In honor of Cookie Friday yesterday, I made cookies of course! I didn’t realize how similar this recipe is to the pumpkin chocolate chip cookies I made almost exactly 1 year ago. However, these are easily 6x better – practice makes progress :)

Pumpkin Pecan White Chocolate Chip Cookies

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What you’ll need:

  • 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour + 1 c. whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 c. unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/4 c. light brown sugar
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1 flax “egg” [1T flax + 3T water]
  • 1 [15 oz.] can pumpkin
  • 1 c. white chocolate chips
  • 3/4 c. pecans, toasted + chopped

To make:

In large bowl mix dry ingredients [items 1-4]. In another large bowl, combine butter and sugars. Add vanilla and “egg” – mix thoroughly. Stir in pumpkin. Then add the dry mixture. Fold in chips & nuts. Scoop 2T of batter onto a greased baking sheet. Bake @ 375* for 12-15 minutes, until edges start to turn golden.

Makes approx. 3 dozen cookies to share with your favorite friends.

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“These cookies are the death of me”, exclaims the dear roommate as she pries into the bag first thing this morning.

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Alright, I guess it’s time to tackle those metabolic pathways. This will be the death of me. Hope you have a great rest of your weekend. Let me know if you give either of these recipes a try.

Take it easy, foodie friends.

HP

P.S. Did you notice the nutty new page up top!?

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Comments

  1. Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat says

    November 13, 2010 at 10:13 pm

    Great pumpkin recipes! I have 2 cans of Libby’s that are just waiting to be used — both of these recipes sound like perfect uses for them!

    Have fun studying!

    Reply
  2. katie says

    November 13, 2010 at 10:46 pm

    Love these recipes! HOW is that TJ’s coffee? I almost bought it the other day!

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    • Hillary says

      November 13, 2010 at 11:03 pm

      I thought it was tasty for $4.

      Reply
  3. Carrie (Moves 'N Munchies) says

    November 14, 2010 at 3:57 am

    mmm… I love the french toast! I just bought some sandwich thins and I’m thinking this is the perfect recipe to use them with!

    Reply
  4. chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says

    November 14, 2010 at 6:29 am

    Yum! All of those recipes look great. Have you seen Ashley over at Edible Perspective’s pumpkin french toast recipe? Kind of the same concept – both look insaaaane!

    Reply
  5. Camille says

    November 14, 2010 at 8:57 am

    Ooh, great recipes! I am always looking for great new pumpkin recipes and I can’t wait to give these a try!

    Reply
  6. Sana says

    November 14, 2010 at 2:01 pm

    I am so jealous of your roomie! I bet she gets TONS of yummie goodies!

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  7. Caroline says

    November 14, 2010 at 4:09 pm

    That breakfast sandwich looks AMAZING! I love how you include the vegan and non-vegan version, it’s very helpful!
    Good luck studying!!

    Reply
  8. Christina @ Sweet Pea's Kitchen says

    November 14, 2010 at 8:56 pm

    That french toast looks amazing! I am definitely going to try that one. I know what you mean about never knowing when an idea will strike…seems like my best ideas are in the shower or during a run! :)

    Reply
  9. Lizzy says

    November 14, 2010 at 9:51 pm

    Hey Girlie!!
    LOVE your 2 recipes! Pumpkin will not get old, it’s just too delicious and versatile! I hope you have a great week ahead of you!
    xoxo

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  10. Lana says

    November 15, 2010 at 5:56 am

    Those cookies look glorious! They would definitely make a long day of studing better ;)
    Good luck on the test!

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  11. Shanna, like Banana says

    November 15, 2010 at 9:27 am

    Ooo, white chocolate chips are a great idea. I’ve used chocolate and butterscotch before and love it, but this is a new twist :)

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  12. Sami says

    November 15, 2010 at 10:53 am

    YAYYYY! I’m so blessed :) Thanks, Hill! XOXO.

    that french toast sandwich looks awesome! justin’s maple almond butter rocks my world!

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  13. Sarah says

    November 15, 2010 at 11:25 pm

    I am totally making the fall “French toast” sandwich for breakfast tomorrow! Justin’s maple almond butter MAY just be my favorite FOOD, haha :) The cookies also look amazzzzing!

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  14. Amy at The Scene From Me says

    November 16, 2010 at 6:50 pm

    Ooo, that fall french toast looks fabulous! I usually eat toast with some nut butter on it, but never thought of toasting it in the skillet like you did! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  15. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says

    November 19, 2010 at 11:37 am

    Yum, these cookies look amazing! As much as I love dark or milk chocolate, sometimes I have sudden cravings for white chocolate. This is perfect for those cravings!

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  16. jenna says

    December 5, 2010 at 5:57 pm

    These cookies are SO good! Mine turned out with a very cake-like texture. I made them for a sorority Christmas potluck, and everyone LOVED them! I’ll definitely post the recipe on my blog at some point, linking back to you of course. :)

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