Buckeyes, Apple Muffins, Pumpkin Soup and More

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PREVIEW TEXT GOES HERE Buckeyes Buckeyes, or buckeye candies, are peanut butter bonbons dipped in chocolate that resemble the nut of the Ohio state tree, the buckeye. According to folklore, the nut resembles the eye of a deer, and if you carry one in your pocket, it will bring you good luck. (If you carry one of these bonbons in your pocket, however, you will just end up with a messy pocket!) Buckeyes are a no-bake treat that taste almost identical to Reese's peanut butter cups. They are easy to make, and even those who are artistically-challenged can make them look professional. Buckeyes are also fun to make with young kids, as the peanut butter filling has the consistency of play dough. They can even be made spooky-cute for Halloween — just add googly candy eyes and drizzle chocolate over top to make buckeye mummies. READ MORE Apple Muffins Adapted from King Arthur Flour, a wonderful resource for bakers, these apple muffins are made partially with whole wheat flour, which gives them a wholesome, nutty flavor and toasty-brown color. They're also chockfull of tart apples and enriched with low-fat yogurt, so no one could ever accuse them of being cupcakes pretending to be muffins. READ MORE Pumpkin Soup When we think of pumpkin, we usually think of autumn sweets, like pumpkin pie and pumpkin bread, but pumpkin's earthy flavor is wonderful in savory dishes, too. This velvety soup is flavored with leeks, apples, and maple syrup, so it has those sweet undertones that work so well in squash soups, but smoky cumin and spicy cayenne pepper balance out the flavor. If it sounds like an unusual combination, have faith — one reader wrote to me that it was one of the best soups she's made in 53 years of marriage! READ MORE Be Inspired 8 Easy Dinners That Start With Rotisserie Chicken 9 Roasted Vegetable Recipes You'll Make Again and Again 15 Soup And Stew Recipes to Chase the Chill Away WHAT YOU'RE SAYING "I have been asked by friends for my baked ziti recipe. Not anymore! Even my 11 year old grandson prefers your recipe over Nonna's. Great recipe, great flavor. Thanks Jenn!" —PATTI R. Baked Ziti with Sausage
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