Pumpkin Spice Latte

November 8th, 2017|Life On Deck, Outdoor Recipes|

Enjoy this seasonal favorite in the comfort of your own home!   Serves 2 2 tbsp. canned pumpkin ½ tsp. pumpkin pie spice + more to garnish freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. sugar 2 c. whole milk 2 tbsp. vanilla extract ¼ c. espresso or strong coffee whipped cream optional: 2 oz. coffee liqueur or rum   In small saucepan over medium heat, combine pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper - to taste, for 2 minutes, or until hot. Stir continuously. Add sugar and stir until becomes a bubbly, thick syrup. Whisk in milk and vanilla and warm gently over medium heat. Be careful not to reach a boil. Froth with a hand blender or whisk until frothy. Pour coffee into two mugs and add frothed milk. Optional: add 1 oz. liquor to each mug, more or less to taste Top with whipped cream and pie spice, cinnamon, [...]