So, what's the word on in-sink waste disposals? New York City lifted the ban on them in 1997, but are they good for the environment? An answer below, plus a link to autumn cream cheese spread, a gadget for your breakfast table in election season, and more.

• Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread Recipe at Pinch My Salt. Yummy!

• Studded cabinetry - Easy DIY upgrade, or ugly and hard to clean? You decide!

• Ceramic Kitchen Radio: Goes Great With Breakfast - Listen to election coverage over breakfast. Goes nicely with your coffee cup too. At Unplggd.

• Are garbage disposals bad for the environment? At Slate.