I'm SO ready for Fall!

I cannot wait for Fall.
I love everything about it. The leaves, the smells, the decor, the tastes, the weather, & fall clothing.
Today is the start of college football season. Saturday is going to be a day full of fun, baking, and college football.

Chocolate cupcakes with chocolate icing and candy pumpkins await our family this weekend. I know that Chef Sienna will be so excited to help & Mycah cannot resist licking the bowl/spoon. Fun times in the kitchen to be had by all...if I can keep Scott from eating all the candy pumpkins before we put them on the cupcakes! I may even have to make Pumpkin Pie in a Mug. (Recipe at the bottom of this post)

Because I cannot contain my excitement, I decided to share some pictures that may just inspire you to catch this feeling and wish for fall to hurry up along with me.

Welcome September! :)



Pumpkin Pie in a Mug Recipe

(From Southern Lady, Simply Southern Cooking & Entertaining Magazine)

Makes 6 Servings

• 3 cups half-and-half
• 3 cups milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Garnish: whipped cream, pumpkin pie spice

1. In a large saucepan, combine half-and-half, milk, and sugar over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add pumpkin, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt, whisking to combine well.
3. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally; do not boil.
4. Garnish with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice, if desired.

ENJOY!!!