"Cars 2"

 

While I was watching a friend's toddler boy a few weeks ago, we watched "Cars 2" together.  I was actually interested in the movie because I hadn't seen it yet.  However, it wasn't quite what I expected...

The premise of the movie is that Lightning McQueen is challenged to participate in a series of races between racers from all over the world.  Though the viewer is updated on what's happening in the races, the majority of the movie follows Mater.  Mater finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time early on in the movie, and from there he finds himself involved in top secret work with high-up criminals and secret agents.  But it's Mater, so he's clueless about everything going on around him.

I'm not a huge Mater fan - I think he plays a better sidekick than lead role, so I didn't particularly enjoy this movie.  Sure, there are some humorous lines and scenes, but it wasn't enough to make me want to watch it again.  I'm sure kids will like it, but if you're a grown Disney fan like me and like to keep up on all of the animated movies, then don't waste your time on this one.

The Last Word:  Mater's movie; not Disney's best

Pumpkin Pancakes

http://pinterest.com/pin/67624431875901439/

Ingredients:

3 cups flour

3/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. ginger
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 (15 oz) can Libby's pure pumpkin
3 cups buttermilk
3 eggs

Directions:

In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and brown sugar, combining well.

Add pumpkin, buttermilk, and eggs to dry ingredients and mix gently. {If batter seems stiff, add water until it can be easily spooned onto a griddle.}

Heat griddle to medium heat and grease lightly.

Scoop about 1/3 cup of batter onto griddle and let cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.

Let other side cook again until lightly browned.

Repeat these steps until all the batter is gone.

These pancakes were pretty rich!  They were also really moist.  Some liked them and some didn't - I was kind of in the middle.   They were alright, but I haven't made them since (and it's been months).  But if you love all things pumpkin, then you might try them.  You'll probably like these pancakes. :) Personally, I think I'll keep searching for a pumpkin pancake recipe to keep.

The Last Word:  Rich fall recipe - for pumpkin lovers