The symbolism of the cornucopia as a font of abundance is attributed to classic mythology, most notably to the goat Amalthea, who was Zeus' foster mother and nursemaid. The story goes that young Zeus, after breaking off one of Amalthea's horn, atoned for the accident by endowing it with his divine power to provide, in an endless supply, any fruit that she desired. As fantastical as the myth may be, at its core is a loving compensation of nourishment, and a promise of an eternal feast.
gingersnap pecan ✢ pumpkin pie mousse ✢ chocolate
pumpkin pie mousse
120g cream cheese, softened
120g pumpkin puree
20g sugar
1g cinnamon
.75g ground ginger
.50g ground nutmeg
200g cold heavy cream
Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin, sugar and spices and beat until well blended. Stir in heavy cream until mixture is smooth. Pour into a .5 Liter iSi whip canister and charge with 1 N2O cartridge. Invert canister and shake vigorously. Chill for 30 minutes before dispensing.
In this season of gratitude and feasting, may your horn always overflow with plenty.
Playing with Fire and Water 
Linda, thanks for sharing the gorgeous pictures. I listed this in my <a href=“>http://www.whycook.org/2011/11/weekly-roundup-nov-21-27/> weekly link roundup under “inspiration” and it is definitely deserving the title.
What did you use to make the words?
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Thanks, the ‘fruits’ are piped white, milk, and dark chocolate.
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Laconic & fantastic!
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