As the saying goes, our home is where our heart is. There’s no doubt about the veracity of this statement. Well, your lot area doesn’t matter. It has been proven so many times that bigger isn’t always better when it comes to home design. What matters the most is how you maximize the space and make the most out of it.

Stagetecture visited the Target House in Memphis, Tennessee on the Brizo | St. Jude Children’s hospital tour and it inspired us to seek out other organizations who are helping the community through home design.

This year, Southern Living chose the best team to design, build, and decorate the ultimate Southern farmhouse on the grounds of Fontanel, former home of country legend Barbara Mandrell. See how the design trends of the year and southern comfort can be used as inspiration in your home!

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This year, you will be more amazed as to how home design ideas are going. These designs combine beauty, functionality and eco-friendly components in your home. And it’s not only in your home interior but also the exterior. This is pretty exciting especially that it’s all about your home. Of course, you never get enough when it comes to your home. Check out these beautiful home ideas trending this 2013:

• Living room

A rustic and refined living room makes a mark in this year’s home. This brings nostalgic moments and very effective when it comes creating a rural outlook in your interior. You will see the wood beams horizontally layout like that of a barn house design. But keep in mind that these wood beams are beautifully installed like a decorative item. The refined arrangement provides a systematic array of displaying your furnishings in the living room. Your living room will never look so classy with this design.

• Kitchen

Nowadays, the kitchen is one of the main areas at home that designers are looking very symmetrically. The trend for kitchen is to provide more balance in terms of design and space. A symmetrically balanced kitchen gives more proportion as to how you feel inside your kitchen. Gone are the days when you will be overwhelmed with the kitchen tools and equipment. This year, you will see different elements at every corner but the scale and size balance each other. This will definitely enhance your kitchen experience in a symmetrical manner.

• Porches

Who says porches are for loner? Well, think again. The new trend is to create inviting porches where you can accommodate your guests or even spend quality time with the whole family. Designers are using subtle color palettes to complement the surroundings. You also have great help with comfortable seating and furniture to provide an inviting ambiance to anyone. Your guests and loved ones will definitely find this place worth their time.

• Master suite

This should be part of the list. A graceful master suite is making thumbs up this year. Nowadays, spool beds are getting nods with American manufacturers. The graceful spools complemented with well-designed posts are a perfect combination. Also, this type of bed is finished with a nice paint for optimum appearance. The design of the graceful master suite is completed by adding beddings, furnishings, lamp shades and other room essentials that blend with the theme.

• Dining room

The dining room is the heart of the home. This place is where the whole family gathers together and share, not only the food, but also quality moments. A casual design dining room is making an impressive run. The design is highlighted with wide windows on the sides, covered with sheer café curtains. The windows allow the sunlight to enter the room providing natural light and heat to the surroundings. Also, the graceful dance of the curtains brought about by the soft blow of the wind makes it more stunning.

You see, when it comes to home designs, everything is evolving. It never stops and never will. It continues to enhance and willing to face the challenge. The Southern Living 2013 Idea House is certainly one to give you ideas and inspiration for your cozy abode.

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Tired of your typical barbecue side dishes? Try this Potato Skins Recipe that is so easy to make but so hard to resist – it’s a killer potato taste! This recipe is a sure hit for all ages. It looks so appetizing and mouth-watering. So get your kitchen ready and prepare yourself for a delicious treat.

Killer Potato Skins Recipe for your Barbecue

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Ingredients

• 6 medium baking potatoes
• 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/3 cup butter
• 6 slices bacon, fried and crumbled
• 1/3 cup green onion, thinly sliced
• Salt & pepper

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Directions

1. You can add these ingredients to the mashed potato centers if desired.
2. 1/3 cup milk 1/4 cup butter salt and pepper a few drops hot sauce Scrub potatoes, dry, then pierce with fork several times.
3. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake in 375 degree oven for about 1 hour or until tender.
4. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out centers, leaving 1/8″ potato in the shell.
5. Cover.
6. Chill shells up to 2 days until ready to use for the skins.
7. If desired, add the 1/3 cup milk, 1/4 cup butter, salt and pepper to use potato centers as mashed potatoes.
8. When ready to prepare skins, melt the 1/3 cup butter.
9. Brush shells with the butter, inside and out. Place, cut side up, on baking sheet. Bake in a 500 degree oven for 20 minutes or until brown and crisp.
10. Distribute some bacon, onion, and cheese in each shell.
11. Bake just until cheese melts.
12. Serve hot.

If the potatoes are large, you may want to cut in half crosswise before serving. This recipe can serve up to six persons. Share and enjoy this tasty potato recipe!

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Today is Super Bowl Sunday here in the United States which is huge for football fans, and those of us like me… who just like to watch great commercials and eat snack food! Whether you are watching the big game or you just want an easy breakfast that you can hold in your hands without the fuss of utensils.

Try this sausage and breakfast pizza recipe from Betty Crocker, it’s sure to be a game-day pleaser, before all the festivities begin!

Sausage & Egg Breakfast Pizza 

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) frozen brown-and-serve pork sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

6 eggs, beaten

4 ready-to-serve pizza crusts, 6 inches in diameter

1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 ounces)

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Directions

1. Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 10-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook sausage in skillet about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Remove sausage from skillet; set aside.

2. Pour eggs into skillet. As mixture begins to set at bottom and side, gently lift cooked portions with spatula so that thin, uncooked portion can flow to bottom. Do not stir. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until eggs are thickened throughout but still moist.

3. Place pizza crusts on ungreased cookie sheets. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Top each with eggs and sausage. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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Mediterranean Inspired Pizza with Whole Wheat Crust

 

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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons warm water (100° to 110°)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/3 cup cold water
• Cooking spray
• 2 teaspoons cornmeal
• 1 plum tomato, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, divided
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) pre-shredded part-skim mozzarella and provolone cheese blend
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese with basil and sun-dried tomatoes

Directions

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a mixing bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon oil. Lightly spoon flours into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Stir flours and 1/2 teaspoon salt into yeast mixture. Gradually add 1/3 cup cold water, stirring until dough forms a ball.
2. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 2 minutes). Roll dough into a 9-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Place dough on a 12-inch pizza pan coated with cooking spray and sprinkled with cornmeal.
3. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Place tomato slices on paper towels; let stand 5 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 400°.
6. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add onion, zucchini, and garlic; sauté 4 minutes or until tender. Add artichokes and 1 1/2 tablespoons each of basil and oregano; sauté 30 seconds. Drain. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Set aside.
7. Crimp edges of dough with fingers to form a rim; coat with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 9 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Sprinkle crust with 1/2 cup cheese blend. Top with vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese blend. Place tomato slices on top of cheese. Sprinkle with feta cheese and remaining basil and oregano. Bake an additional 6 to 7 minutes or until crust is golden. Serve immediately.

Savor the taste of the Mediterranean and flavorsome aroma of the combined ingredients. This pizza recipe is a perfect choice for your weekend game!

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Delight your guests by preparing a sumptuous game-day recipe in your party table. You will never be wronged with the party-ready pork empanadas. This recipe is so quick to prepare and easy to bake. So, get your kitchen ready and prepare all the utensils needed. Your big-game guests will love this one! Thanks Southern Living for this recipe.

Party-Ready Pork Empanadas

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Ingredients

• 1/4 cup slivered or sliced almonds
• 3/4 pound pork tenderloin (about 1 small tenderloin)
• 1 (1.25-oz.) envelope picadillo seasoning
• 1/2 medium-size sweet onion, chopped
• 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup golden raisins
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup light sour cream
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (11-oz.) can refrigerated French bread dough
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• Vegetable cooking spray
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds (optional)
• Salsa
• Garnish: lime wedges

Image via: Five and Spice

Directions

1. Heat almonds in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, stirring often, 4 to 6 minutes or until toasted and fragrant.
2. Preheat oven to 375°. Cut pork into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss together pork and picadillo seasoning.
3. Sauté onion and pepper in hot oil in skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until tender. Add pork mixture, and sauté 6 minutes or until browned. Stir in raisins and lime juice, and cook 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Stir in almonds, cilantro, sour cream, and pepper.
4. Unroll dough on a lightly floured surface. Gently stretch dough into a 14- x 12-inch rectangle. Spoon pork mixture onto dough, leaving a 1 1/2-inch border. Lightly brush edges of dough with egg, and roll up, starting at 1 long side and ending seam side down.
5. Carefully place dough, seam side down, on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bring ends of roll together to form a ring, pinching edges together to seal. Lightly brush top and sides of dough with egg. Sprinkle with cumin seeds, if desired.
6. Bake at 375° for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with salsa. Garnish, if desired.

This should serve at least eight persons. You will be amazed to see how these pork empanadas become the party favorite.

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Are you gearing up for the big game? Whether it’s the Super Bowl or just your favorite team, Stagetecture has you set for yummy finger foods over the next few weeks!

Watching your favorite game while eating a delicious finger food is such the perfect moment! Much more when you’re together with your family or friends. A perfect moment like this calls for excellent food. Try the Bacon Wrapped Potatoes recipe and you will surely have a treat! Thanks Southern Living for these great ideas.

Bacon Wrapped Potatoes

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Ingredients

• 2 medium-size red potatoes, cut into 8 wedges each
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 16 center-cut bacon slices
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 12 ounces queso blanco pasteurized prepared cheese product, cubed
• 1 (8-oz.) block pepper Jack cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup half-and-half
• 1 (4-oz.) can chopped green chiles
• 1 plum tomato, seeded and diced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Directions

1. Place a lightly greased wire rack in aluminum foil-lined 15- x 10-inch jellyroll pan.
2. Preheat oven to 425°. Sprinkle potato wedges with salt. Wrap each with 1 bacon slice. Arrange potato wedges in a single layer in prepared pan. Sprinkle with pepper.
3. Bake at 425° for 40 to 45 minutes or until bacon is crisp and browned.
4. Meanwhile, sauté onion in hot oil in a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Remove from heat.
5. Combine queso blanco, next 3 ingredients, and onion mixture in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Microwave at HIGH 2 1/2 minutes; stir and microwave 2 1/2 more minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth, stirring at 1-minute intervals.
6. Stir diced tomato and cilantro into queso blanco mixture. Serve dip with potato wedges.

The whole process will take approximately an hour and thirty minutes. But after you take a bite, you’ll definitely say – it’s worth the wait!

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If you are planning to throw a party in celebration for the New Year, it has to be festive. The thought of having the opportunity to have another year deserves no less than a party. Of course, you have to be ready with all the party essentials to provide your guests with great entertainment and delicious food.

To make it easier for you to prepare everything, allow your guests to create their own Panini from a large cheese board. This way, they can customize their own combos from the different ingredients you prepared. It is one of the best ways to lessen your workload and at the same time accommodate your guests according to their preferences.

Wine & Grilled Cheese Bar Idea

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Cooking Instructions

Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter. Cook in a preheated Panini press 2 to 3 minutes or until golden.

Pick sturdy bread

• Raisin-nut bread
• French bread
• Slider buns or dinner rolls
• Challah or brioche
• Pumpernickel, rye, or hearty white bread

Choose a cheese

• Brie, Gruyère, or Swiss
• Sharp white Cheddar
• Creamy goat cheese
• Blue cheese
• Cream cheese

Spread some flavor inside

• Apple butter
• Coarse-grained, Dijon, or honey mustard
• Herbed butter (for outsides of sandwiches)
• Fruit preserves or pepper jelly

Image via: Annie’s Eats

Add a favorite topping (or two)

• Caramelized onions
• Sautéed apples or pears
• Sliced fresh fruit or vegetables
• Dried apricots
• Fresh herbs
• Thinly sliced deli meat
• Cooked bacon slices
• Smoked salmon
• Chopped toasted nuts

There are five popular combos that your guests can create with these ingredients – salty-sweet bacon, fruit and nut sliders, caramelized onion bliss, fancy ham and cheese and creamy dill and salmon bites. You can place both red and white wines for your guests to choose from. This will definitely enhance their excitement and fun during the celebration.

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If you are trying to think of a breakfast bread to serve this holiday season why not consider cinnamon rolls? You can never go wrong with these warm treats that light up the house with the cinnamon aroma and leave your tastebuds wanting just one more. This holiday season, give your guests and family a great way to wake up on holiday mornings.

Thank you Southern Living for this cinnamon roll recipe.

 Holiday Breakfast Idea: Cinnamon-Pecan Rolls Recipe

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Ingredients

1 cup chopped pecans
1 (16-oz.) package hot roll mix
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 5 to 7 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through.

2. Prepare hot roll dough as directed on back of package; let dough stand 5 minutes. Roll dough into a 15- x 10-inch rectangle; spread with softened butter. Stir together brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Sprinkle pecans over brown sugar mixture. Roll up tightly, starting at one long end; cut into 12 slices. Place rolls, cut sides down, in a lightly greased 12-inch cast-iron skillet or 13- x 9-inch pan. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and a cloth towel; let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk.

3. Preheat oven to 375°. Uncover rolls, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until center rolls are golden brown and done. Let cool in pan on a wire rack 10 minutes. Stir together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla; drizzle over rolls.

Note: We tested with Pillsbury Specialty Mix Hot Roll Mix

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Happy DIY Saturday and Happy Holidays! Thanksgiving has past and we are officially into the holiday season. Pick your choice of holiday to celebrate, every year your home comes alive with holiday cheer as your welcome guests into your home and show your appreciation of thanks throughout the year.

Have you thought of giving holiday food gifts this year? There is nothing better than getting into the holiday mood with festive goodies and treat. They are fun to make and even more enjoyable to give to neighbors, friends, co-workers, your children’s teachers and more!

Did you listen to Stagetecture Radio or download on iTunes on what to give the holiday host this season? Great ideas for gift giving for the holidays.

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You Tube: How to Make Jarred Recipe Gifts

Link to –> How to Make Jarred Recipe Gifts

Create containers for giving treats in:

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How to Make Layered Jar Recipe Gifts

Tips from Organized Home

• Choose the right container. Wide-mouth canning jars are easier to fill than standard jars, and canning jar lids seal tightly to keep flavors in and moisture out. Recycled glass jars can be used for gifts in a jar, but be sure that re-purposed jars are clean, seal tightly, and that there are no residual odors clinging to the lid.
• Use a canning funnel. Layers will settle more neatly, and jars will be easier to fill.
• Follow recipes exactly. Don’t skip steps–many recipes call for flour to be sifted before it is measured. Sifted flour will pack down more tightly in the jar than flour dipped straight from the bin.
• Layer recipes ingredients “small to large” according to texture. Place powdery ingredients like flour mix at the bottom of the jar, add larger ingredients like oatmeal next, and layer the largest ingredients–nuts or chocolate chips–at the top of the jar.

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• Tamp each layer tightly. The flat top of a meat tenderizer mallet makes a great tool to tamp down each layer of ingredients!
• For pretty layered effects, divide brown sugar into two portions. When layers reach the middle of the jar, pack half the brown sugar into a thin layer and tamp down. Add pretty ingredients like cocoa or chocolate-covered candies, then add the second half of the brown sugar to seal off the section from more powdery ingredients.
• Wrap soft materials (like marshmallows) or strongly-flavored ones (like herb mixes) in plastic food wrap before adding them to the top of your Mason jar gift. This extra step will help keep ingredients fresh and flavorful.
• For longer storage, use a vacuum sealing system, like Foodsaver brand vacuum sealer, to remove air from finished Mason jar gifts.

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Every holiday season I look forward to holiday baking and holiday desserts. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas parties or just to give away as gifts to the neighbors, holiday baking is one of the best parts of this time of year. So this week and the upcoming DIY Saturday’s throughout the holiday season – I will feature helpful tips to make your holiday home perfect.

The Best Holiday Bundt Cake Recipes

Today is all about bundt cake pans. There are so many beautiful bundt cake pans out there. I remember as a child making a bundt cake with my dad and swirling the apple cinnamon swirl though the middle of the cake batter.. and then being so surprised when we cut in the cake to see the delicious swirl in every piece!

This month Southern Living feature a Brown Sugar- Bourbon bundt cake on the cover of their November 2012 issue and I said, “I have to share this gorgeous cake”.

Enjoy!

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Brown Sugar-Bourbon Bundt Cake

Ingredients

•    1 cup butter, softened
•    1/2 cup shortening
•    1 (16-oz.) package light brown sugar
•    5 large eggs
•    1 (5-oz.) can evaporated milk
•    1/2 cup bourbon
•    3 cups all-purpose flour
•    1/2 teaspoon baking powder
•    1/2 teaspoon salt
•    1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
•    2 tablespoons powdered sugar
•    Garnishes: candied oranges, magnolia leaves

Directions

1.  Preheat oven to 325°. Beat butter and shortening at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until creamy. Gradually add brown sugar, beating at medium speed until light and creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until blended after each addition.
2.  Stir together evaporated milk and bourbon in a bowl. Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with milk mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed just until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla bean paste. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-inch (12-cup) Bundt pan.
3.  Bake at 325° for 1 hour and 5 minutes to 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a long wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 to 15 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely (about 1 hour). Dust top lightly with powdered sugar.

Rum-Glazed Sweet Potato Cakes

Ingredients

•    3/4 cup golden raisins
•    1/3 cup dark rum
•    4 large eggs, at room temperature
•    2 cups granulated sugar
•    1 cup vegetable oil
•    2 teaspoons vanilla extract
•    2 cups pureed roasted sweet potatoes
•    3 cups all-purpose flour
•    1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
•    1 teaspoon baking powder
•    1 teaspoon baking soda
•    1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
•    1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
•    3/4 cup buttermilk
•    1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
•    1/4 cup butter
•    3 tablespoons whipping cream
•    1/2 cup finely chopped toasted pecans

Directions

1.   Stir together first 2 ingredients. Let stand 30 minutes.
2.  Meanwhile, beat eggs and granulated sugar at high speed with an electric mixer 2 to 4 minutes or until thick and pale. Add oil and vanilla, beating at low speed just until blended. Add sweet potato puree, beating just until blended and stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
3.  Preheat oven to 350°. Sift together flour and next 5 ingredients; add to egg mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed just until blended after each addition. Drain raisins, reserving rum. Fold raisins into batter. Spoon batter into 3 lightly greased 12-cup Bundt brownie pans, filling each three-fourths full.
4.  Bake at 350° for 14 to 16 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on lightly greased wire racks 5 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks.
5.  While cakes are baking, bring brown sugar and next 2 ingredients to a boil in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken to a syrup-like consistency. Remove from heat; stir in reserved rum.
6.  Pierce tops of cakes multiple times using a wooden pick. Dip top halves of cakes in glaze, and hold 1 to 2 seconds (to allow glaze to soak into cakes). Place, glazed sides up, on lightly greased racks. Sprinkle each cake with pecans.
Note: To puree roasted sweet potatoes, peel potatoes as soon as they are slightly cooled. Press pulp through a wire-mesh strainer with the back of a spoon. You’ll need to roast about 1 1/2 lb. potatoes for 2 cups puree.
Brought to the table by Sheri Castle (adapted from The New Southern Garden Cookbook).

 Cranberry Apple Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Ingredients

•    3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
•    1 1/2 cups peeled and diced Granny Smith apples
•    2 tablespoons butter, melted
•    1/2 cup finely chopped sweetened dried cranberries
•    1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
•    3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
•    2 cups granulated sugar
•    1 cup butter, softened
•    4 large eggs
•    1 (15-oz.) can pumpkin
•    1 tablespoon vanilla extract
•    3 cups all-purpose flour
•    2 teaspoons baking powder
•    2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
•    1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

1.  Preheat oven to 350°. Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 6 to 8 minutes or until toasted, stirring halfway through. Cool 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°.
2.  Toss diced apples in 2 Tbsp. melted butter to coat in a medium bowl; add cranberries, next 2 ingredients, and toasted pecans, and toss until well blended.
3.  Beat granulated sugar and 1 cup butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until blended after each addition. Add pumpkin and vanilla; beat just until blended.
4.  Stir together 3 cups flour and next 3 ingredients. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating at low speed just until blended after each addition. Spoon half of batter into a greased and floured 10-inch (12-cup) Bundt pan. Spoon apple mixture over batter, leaving a 1/2-inch border around outer edge. Spoon remaining batter over apple mixture.
5.  Bake at 325° for 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 20 minutes or until a long wooden pick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack 15 minutes. Remove from pan to wire rack; cool completely (about 2 hours).
6.  Meanwhile, prepare Sugared Pecans and Pepitas.
7.  Prepare Maple Glaze; immediately spoon onto cooled cake. Arrange pecans and pepitas on cake.

All images via Southern Living

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