Blueberry Pumpkin Bread: A NewTradition (NAPSA)—Whatdo blueberries and pumpkins have in common? Both are native to the Americas. Blueberries, in fact, are one of only three fruits that originated in North America. (The others are Concord grapes and cranberries.) European settlers in the 17th century were not familiar with blueberries or pumpkins. Blueberries were a delightful new discovery and they found many waysto enjoy them in baked goods and puddings, drying the berries for winter use. Pumpkins quickly be- Blueberry Pumpkin Bread is moist, fragrant and flavorful with fruit and spices. For more nutrition information orange juice, eggs and oil until smooth, about 1 minute. In small bowl, stir flour, baking powder, salt and pumpkin pie spice; add to pumpkin mixture; stir just until combined. Spoon % of batter into pan; spread evenly. Stir blueberries into remaining batter in bowl and spoon over batter in pan; spread evenly. Bake until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted in center came a staple for soups and stews, pies and breads. Now, Blueberry Pumpkin Bread puts the two together for an ideal combination. You'll want to makeseveral loaves so you'll have plenty to give to friends and to keep for yourself. and great blueberry recipes, visit www.blueberrycouncil.org. BLUEBERRY PUMPKIN BREAD 1 cup cannedsolid-pack pumpkin comesout clean, 60 to 65 min- % cup sugar utes. Cool in pan on a rack for 2 large eggs rack; cool completely. May be wrapped and refrigerated for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 1 month. If desired, drizzle with White Icing. Yield: 1 loaf (8 servings) 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, not thawed White Icing: In bowl, combine 1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar and 2 tablespoonssoftened butter. Add 1% to 2 tablespoons milk and % teaspoon vanilla; beat until smooth; drizzle over cake. Makes about % cup. % cup orange juice % 2 2 % 1 cup vegetable oil cupsall-purpose flour teaspoons baking powder teaspoonsalt teaspoon pumpkin pie spice White icing, optional Preheat oven to 350 F. But- ter an 8% x 4%-inch loaf pan. In large bowl with electric mixer, beat pumpkin, sugar, 10 minutes; turn out onto
