Pumpkin Pie Spice

I always think of pumpkin recipes at this time of year. Many times you will need to have this spice mix on hand, especially if you are making a sweet dessert. Recently I used this to make pumpkin ice cream!

Pumpkin Pie Spice

6 Tablespoons ground Cinnamon (Ceylon preferred) 
2 Tablespoons ground Ginger
1 Tablespoon ground Allspice
2 teaspoons ground Cloves
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground Nutmeg

Mix together and store in a airtight container. Label and date. Use whenever pumpkin pie spice is called for in recipes.

Urban Homesteading Video Link

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Flax or Chia "Egg"

I've been using this substitute for eggs when I make my Baked Oatmeal recipe and haven't ever really posted it.

For each egg needed:

Mix together:
1 Tablespoon of ground chia seeds or ground flax seeds (light or dark)
3 Tablespoons of water

Allow mixture to thicken for about 5-15 minutes. Proceed with recipe as usual.

This can be used in other baking applications as well. I have also used flax or chia seeds in my morning smoothies for thickness and overall good nutrition.