Pumpkin-oat bread

This bread is a fabulous fall snack. You get a generous piece of cake that's topped with crunchy walnuts and features an underlying hint of sweet caramel flavor. You can also spice up the batter with a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, pepper, ginger, or allspice; feel free to use whatever spices you have on hand. It couldn't be easier to make—all you have to do is cream the butter, light brown sugar, eggs, and canned pumpkin together, then stir in the dry ingredients, and your batter is ready to be baked. You'll find yourself reaching for a piece for both dessert and breakfast.