at home with ann

I had half a can-worth of pumpkin puree in my refrigerator after making last week's muffins.  There were so many possibilities, I didn't know where to start.  In my Google reader alone, I have 47 recipes starred that feature pumpkin.  While they all sound delicious, I knew I wanted to take a little break from traditional baked goods (this weekend will mark the third baby shower in as many weeks, I have not been deprived of cookies).  The Pumpkin Granola from Baked Bree was especially appealing because I had all the ingredients on hand, and I've been craving cereal lately. I ended up having still a little leftover, so I made a pumpkin pie smoothie, which you've already seen if you Like my Facebook page.  If you haven't already seen it, you should Like my page.  In addition to linking to all the recipe posts, I also share random comments, mini recipes, and awkward kitchen moments.  Pumpkin Granola recipe from Baked Bree I halved the original rec...

Welcome to my very first post!  I hope you find at home with ann entertaining, amusing, and occasionally informative. It was under 10 degrees all day today.  It made me long for tropical vacations, or just a time when it isn't necessary to wear three shirts and a sweater inside. I have come to realize that I act more and more like an old lady every day.  Today I had to will myself not to eat dinner at 5 on the dot.  Only because I had moved a comforter onto the couch and was reading a new book did I make it until 6.  Needless to say, this has left several evening hours for me to ponder my next snack.  In an attempt to eat something healthier than a bowl of chocolate chips, I decided on granola.  It smells delicious, and I'm about to dig into a bowl topped with milk. Coconut Almond Cranberry Granola 2 cups rolled oats 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/4 cup dried cranberries 2 Tablespoons honey 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 Tab...