When you think about the truly magical holiday moments you've experienced throughout your life, what comes to mind? Is it the spending money you don't have? Or waiting in endlessly long shopping lines to buy things nobody really needs? Painfully posed holiday photos?... probably not... Before diving mindlessly into holiday chaos this season, stop to think about the wonder your soul really craves. In this episode, we'll explore the simple ways that we might infuse more magic into our lives during this festive time. So grab a cup of cocoa, get cozy by the fire and let's call in the wonder as we approach this magical time of year!

What am I reading?

https://bookshop.org/shop/witchywomanwalking

Thief Liar Lady by D.L. Soria
Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman

What's for dinner?

Pumpkin Mac & Cheese
Ingredients:
12 ounces elbow pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk of choice
1/2 cup pepper parmesan cheese (grated)- extra for sprinkling on top
1 cup red pepper cheddar cheese (grated)- extra for sprinkling on top
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Several pinches black pepper

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook Pasta el dente. Melt butter in a pan, slowly whisk in flour and milk (alternating between the two). Once mixture thickens add cheese, pumpkin puree, and spices. When fully blended, add mixture to large bowl of cooked pasta, coat evenly. Place in greased baking dish, top with more cheese, bake for 25 minutes.

Pumpkin Mousse
Ingredients:
1 package silken tofu
1 can pumpkin puree
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg and ginger

Directions: Drain tofu to release excess liquid. Blend ingredients in blender or food processor. Chill in fridge for 4 hours. Serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Enjoy!

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