Have you ever wanted to make pumpkin pie straight from a pumpkin, rather than from a can? Here's how to turn a fresh pumpkin into a delicious pie. It's easy, fun, tasty and probably cheaper.

There is nothing better than homemade applesauce with hand-picked apples, and it is so easy to do! If you want chunky applesauce, use a potato masher to mash the cooked apples. If you prefer smooth apple sauce, run the cooked apples through a food mill. The key is adding a few strips of lemon peel to the apples while cooking. The lemon heightens the apple flavor.

"A simple dessert that's great served with ice cream."