Pumpkin Walnut Dipping Sauce

Directions

1. Step 1
   Toast walnuts in a small skillet over low heat, shaking pan occasionally, until fragrant and slightly darker in color, about 5 minutes.

2. Step 2
   In a separate, medium saucepan, bring apple butter, pumpkin, and spices to a sputtery simmer over medium heat. Continue to simmer to blend flavors, a few minutes longer.

3. Step 3
   Stir in cream, and then chopped walnuts. Serve warm for dipping (try a small slow cooker).

Dipping Suggestions: cookies, cake, sliced apples, graham crackers, gingersnaps, pound cake cubes and bite sized squares of cheesecake.