It's the last day of September, and fall is really here. I live in the Pacific Northwest, where it has been storming for two days. The windstorm blew over a large tree near my home and water is backing up everywhere. It doesn't always seem like the best time of year for frozen desserts. After all, it's getting cold outside.
Heading to the grocery store, you can see the upcoming holidays. Thanksgiving and Christmas are already here in the land of retail. It's time to start making fresh cranberry sauce, which is every bit as tasty on ice cream as it is with turkey and mashed potatoes. I make the recipe for dinner and use the leftovers for dessert.
I also found some candy canes that were left over from last year. Although the candy has softened, the flavor is just right. It's a great way to add peppermint to ice cream. Peppermint ice cream might be my favorite holiday treat, so it's fun to see it back on the shelves and in my freezer!