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utumn is ripe with vibrant colors and scenery. One of the more vivid sights this time of year are the bright, orange pumpkins that adorn walkways and front porches of homes and businesses. Not only are pumpkins ideal for decorating, but they’re also great to eat.

Some people who plan to carve jack-o-lanterns mistakenly believe the same type of pumpkin can be used in their favorite recipes. But what carving pumpkins have in visual flair, they usually lack in flavor and substance.

Instead, would-be pumpkin cookers should look to other varieties if they plan to serve pumpkin on the menu.

Pumpkins are available from September through December, but they peak in October. Many smaller pumpkins are better and sweeter for cooking. Mini pumpkins, sugar, cheese, and pie pumpkins are varieties commonly used in recipes.

The big jack-o-lantern pumpkins have stringy, watery flesh and will provide little to no pulp for cooking.

Select a pumpkin as you would any other type of squash. Look for a firm pumpkin with no bruises or soft spots.

The pumpkin also should have a deep orange color. Store pumpkins in a cool, dark area until ready for use to prolong freshness. Wash the exterior of the pumpkin in cool water before cutting to remove any dirt and bacteria on the surface of the pumpkin so it won’t be transferred to the pulp of the pumpkin.

Slice the pumpkin in half and

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remove the seeds and any stringy Ultimate Pumpkin Pie With material. Rinse and save the seeds for Rum Whipped Cream planting or roasting. Put the pumpkin Ingredients: pieces in the microwave to cook or 1 unbaked pie crust you can steam or bake them until Dried beans for blind baking the pulp is soft and the pumpkin falls 15-ounce of pumpkin puree off of the skin. Cool the pumpkins, 1/2 c. light brown sugar, lightly packed then puree the pulp until it’s smooth.

1/4 c. granulated sugar You may want to strain the pureed 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon pumpkin with a cheese cloth to 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger remove any excess water before using 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg in a pie recipe. Baked breads may 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt benefit from the extra moisture.

2 teaspoons grated orange zest Pumpkins are a great source 3 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten of dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin 1 c. heavy cream C, riboflavin, potassium, copper, 1/2 c. whole milk manganese, vitamin E, thiamin, niacin, 2 tablespoons dark rum vitamin B6, folate, iron, calcium, Rum Whipped Cream magnesium, and phosphorus. They’re 1 cup cold heavy cream also low in fat and calories. Pumpkin 3 tablespoons sugar puree can replace the oil in some 1 tbsp mascarpone or creme fraiche baking recipes, much as you would 1 tablespoon good dark rum use applesauce.

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11-inch pie pan with the unbaked pie crust and place it on a sheet pan. Line the crust with parchment paper. Fill the paper three-quarters full with the beans and bake the crust for 15 minutes, until the edges start to brown. Remove the beans and paper (save the beans for another time), prick the crust all over with the tines of a fork, and bake for another 5 minutes.

Reduce the oven temperature to 350 F. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, orange zest, eggs, cream, milk, and rum. Pour the filling into the baked pie shell. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, until the filling is just set in the middle and knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Set as side to cool completely.

Place the cream in the bowl and beat on medium speed for 1 minute. Add the sugar, mascarpone, rum, and vanilla and beat on medium-high until it forms soft peaks. Serve with the pumpkin pie.

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eing a first-time home buyer can make you lose your mind: So many choices!

Never enough budget! So much paperwork!

But with the right approach, you can keep your hold on sanity throughout the difficult journey as a first-time home buyer. Planning, homework and the professional guidance of a licensed realtor are key. The tips below will help you stay focused on the main goal—getting into your dream home.

1. Get Mortgage Pre-Approval Ease the mortgage process by getting your finances in order beforehand. This means you can jump on any offers you see, since you’ve got some paperwork already in-hand.

It also will help negate any potential big surprises—you don’t want to find out you didn’t qualify for the loan you wanted while in the middle of the deal.

Make sure to settle all outstanding

debts and make any current credit card or loan payments on time. And don’t fret if the bank’s answer isn’t instantaneous—the process can take time.

2. Set Clear House-Hunting Goals Before you start shopping around for your dream home, decide what’s important to you. How many bedrooms? Modern ranch or historic Victorian? What aspects of a neighborhood are important to you? How long is your commute?

What are the property taxes? Which details are non-negotiable, and which can you drop? If you’re buying with someone else—a partner or spouse, for example—each of you should make a list and then compare notes so you can hammer out differences before they grow into stressful disagreements.

3. Budget, Budget, Budget Once you’ve settled your budget, plan how to spend it. Does the

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house need repairs? What about real estate taxes? In order to devise an expense plan, avail yourself of all the resources that exist for first-time homeowners. Many local agencies offer workshops, websites are teeming with useful information, or ask a local realtor about other community resources.

4. Use the Agent Advantage Find a realtor you like—and trust them. He/she can help match your must-haves with the market, while saving you precious time.

Agents have access to homes not yet on the market, so you’ll be among the first to see the newest listings.

An agent will also have a good idea of current price ranges and can protect you from falling into the trap of overpricing.

5. Delegate to Your Realtor Your realtor will hold your hand through the whole process—putting down a deposit and down payment,

setting a closing date, figuring closing costs, and arranging inspections.

Let them facilitate these steps and take a load off your shoulders.

A good realtor is honest, confident and accommodating—with your best interests in mind. Try to get a recommendation for a good agent from someone who had a positive experience buying their house.

If you do your homework, get focused and organized and find a great agent, then buying a home is a wonderful adventure. You’ll feel confident about becoming a homeowner, and you can find yourself purchasing the house you’ve always wanted.

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Understanding attic insulation Metro Connections

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nsulation is one of the best investments a homeowner can make, but too often people overlook insulation in favor of more eye-catching renovations. Insulation is not something to be ignored, as it contributes to year-round comfort in the home while reducing energy costs along the way.

According to the Energy Star program, you should add more insulation if the existing insulation is just level with or below the floor joists of your attic. If you cannot see any of the floor joists because the insulation is well above them, you probably have enough and adding more may not be cost-effective. In addition, check to see if the insulation is an even thickness across the entire attic.

Sometimes it can be thicker in the middle and then peter out toward the eaves.

Attic insulation is measured according to its R-Value, which

measures the insulation’s ability to resist heat flow. The higher the R-Value, the better the thermal performance of the insulation. In many climates, the recommended level for homes is R-38. If you prefer more insulation, increase the R-Value.

Insulation is made from different materials, including fiberglass, cellulose and rock wool. It comes in different forms. Rolls and batts are some of the more commonly used types of insulation. Loose-fill insulation is a loose insulation with no backing that is usually blown into a space. Rigid foam and foam-in-place insulation are additional types of insulation.

The U.S. Department of Energy offers these additional tips with regard to insulation.

• Consider factors such as your climate, home design and budget when selecting insulation for your home.

• Use higher R-Value insulation, such as spray foam, on exterior walls and in cathedral ceilings to get more insulation with less thickness.

• Install attic air barriers, such as wind baffles, along the entire attic eave to help ensure proper airflow from the soffit to the attic.

• Be careful how close you place

insulation next to a recessed light fixture -- unless it is insulation contact (IC) rated -- to avoid a fire hazard.

• Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and wear the proper protective gear when installing..

In addition to making a home more comfortable, insulation also can buffer noise,

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12 fun facts about autumn Metro Connections

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he cool, crisp days of autumn have arrived. As fall foliage creates a colorful display and kids frolic in leaf piles on the lawn, you may want to pay some mind to a few lesser known facts about this beloved time of year.

1. The first day of autumn is known as the autumnal equinox. On this day, the number of hours of daylight and darkness are equal. This is because the sun is aligned with the center of the Earth between the north and south of the planet.

2. In Greek mythology, autumn was a time when Persephone, the daughter of Demeter, was abducted

by Hades, the god-king of the underworld. During this time, Demeter, the goddess of the harvest, was distraught and the ground grew sparse and cold. When Persephone returned in the springtime, plants and life bloomed anew because of Demeter’s happiness.

3. Those who live closest to the equator, which is the center of the planet, never experience the season of autumn. Around the equator, the temperature remains consistently warm.

4. Yellow, orange and variations thereof always reside in the pigmentation of tree leaves, but they are just overpowered by the abundance of green from the chlorophyll in the leaves.

Come autumn, however, when the sun weakens and days grow shorter, the amount of chlorophyll in leaves diminishes, allowing the other pigments in the leaves to show through.

5. Red and purple leaves are actually caused by the presence of sugars from sap that is trapped inside of the leaves.

6. Fall is a peak migration time for many species of birds. During

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autumn, birds will fly to other areas as they seek more hospitable climates.

The Arctic tern journeys about 11,000 miles each way for its annual migration. That is like going all the way across the United States about three and a half times 7. Contrary to popular belief, squirrels who have spent the entire autumn collecting acorns and other foods do not hibernate for the winter.

Rather, they spend the majority of their time in nests they built to shelter them from harsh weather. When squirrels do come out in winter, they are usually tunneling under the snow to find the food they buried during the fall.

8. Several cultures have ancient traditions that coincide with autumn.

For example, the Chinese celebrate the Moon Festival to give thanks for a successful summer harvest.

9. Halloween is a large part of autumn. The concept of wearing

masks and costumes hails from ancient Celtic tradition. The Celts believed ghosts roamed on Halloween, and people wore disguises to hide from the spirits.

10. You’re bound to see pumpkins as part of autumn decor. The pumpkin was first named by the Greeks.

They called this edible orange item “pepon,” which means “large melon.”

11. Evergreen trees will not lose their leaves like deciduous trees.

Their leaves, also called needles, are covered with a thick wax. This wax protects the inner components of the needles, preventing them from freezing.

12. Autumn also signals another colorful spectacle apart from the tree leaves. The aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, tends to be visible this time of year. This is because geomagnetic storms are about twice as likely to occur during the fall thanks to cool evening weather.

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