Someone asked about regional variations on pumpkin pie. Here in Texas, where Southwestern cooking influences so many of us, the chipotle, in tinned paste form, finds its way into the filling, adding the sweet bite that we have come to love. We put it in sweet potatoes too. It is as much a pantry staple as tomato paste. And I can't wait to try Vietnamese cinnamon in my Rockies this year. Rockies are another Canadian/American bond that started, best I can tell, about 1820. A spicy date and pecan cookie that is the very essence of holidays in my family. Want the recipe? Yes, we would love to see your recipe if you don't mind sharing it. The chipotle in pumpkin pie filling sounds amazing! ~Amy

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