Pumpkin Smoothie
To make this pumpkin smoothie, just add milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and frozen pumpkin puree.

Put frozen pumpkin puree in a bowl that can go in the microwave.

For 1 to 2 minutes, soften on high in the microwave.

Add milk to the blender.

Blend softened pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and cinnamon until thoroughly combined.

Grecian Baklava
Crispy phyllo layers surround a walnut filling in this sticky sweet Greek treat!

Bring the water to a boil to make the syrup.

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 tablespoon orange juice to a boil.

Medium-low heat should be used for 10 minutes of simmering.

After removing from the heat, let the food cool to room temperature.

Set the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees C).

a 10×15-inch baking dish with butter.

Ground walnuts, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg should be thoroughly mixed before being set aside.

Creamy Southern Shrimp and Cheese Grits
A few gourmet ingredients, including dry sherry and goat cheese, lift this colorful dish of shrimp served with cheesy grits to a new level. Serve it for a special occasion or a fancy brunch.

In a sizable saucepan, bring water to a boil.

Slowly whisk in the grits; then lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and tender.

Grits should be mixed with farmers cheese, goat cheese, and American cheese until the cheese has melted.

Grits should be set aside and kept warm.

Over medium heat, melt butter and vegetable oil in a big skillet.

Cook and stir the tomato, two green onions, and garlic in the hot skillet for 5 to 7 minutes, depending on how soft you like your vegetables.

Add the bacon drippings and mix well.

Cook and stir shrimp with vegetables for about 5 minutes, or until bright pink; season with salt and black pepper to taste.