Pumpkin is synonymous with sweater weather, this strange orange fruit may also be a typical representative of autumn. Every year as the temperature begins to drop, all "pumpkins" begin to appear. Whether it's the pies on the shelves of the bakery, the decorations on the front porch, or the popular coffee shop condiments, pumpkins seem to be everywhere.
If you need some new ideas to deal with the extra pumpkins you may have this season, then there are only so many pumpkin pie you can make, please read in advance. From pumpkin marzipan to pumpkin chicken chili and more, here are 12 interesting ways to use pumpkin in your next autumn meal. In addition, bookmark our 45 best soups and chilies, made with roast chicken.
When you want to get rid of the traditional ketchup mold, this pumpkin sauce is a good try. Made with ingredients such as tomato sauce, canned pumpkin and minced garlic, this fragrant sauce can be spread well on pizza dough or mixed into spaghetti.
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Mashed potatoes is the ultimate comfort food, and when canned pumpkin and light sour cream are added to the mixture, it becomes exciting. This indulgent dish can be easily prepared in about half an hour and is perfect as a side dish for Thanksgiving.
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Autumn is famous for its pumpkin pies, but why not go the other way and do something different with canned pumpkins and bake some chocolate cakes? Decadent, fudge, and only 54 calories per serving, these pumpkin chocolate cakes are the perfect way to end any meal.
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Slow cooker peppers pair well with cold autumn nights and comfortable sofa nights. This recipe features a combination of chickpeas, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and chopped red bell peppers, which are updated in autumn when canned pumpkins appear.
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If you like traditional ricotta ravioli, then you must try these sweet pumpkins. Using a mixture of pumpkin puree, full-fat ricotta cheese, ginger and nutmeg and other spices, this sweet and savoury dish injects newness into ancient classic dishes. Tip: This recipe uses pre-made wrapping paper instead of making the dough from scratch, which helps to significantly reduce preparation time.
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If you are looking for a delicious and unexpected dessert for this Thanksgiving, then you should try this pumpkin cheesecake recipe. This cheesecake is made with a crunchy gingerbread crust, pumpkin spice and salted caramel sauce, which is perfect.
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This smooth pumpkin and chicken tortilla soup is a great dish to add to your dinner recipe rotation. Made with Zoup! Chicken broth, pumpkin puree, black beans and plain Greek yogurt, this comforting dish can also be easily made vegetarian and gluten-free, with just a few simple substitutes.
Get the recipe from Kim's Cravings.
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Common fall vegetables, such as kale and beets, are no strangers to salads-so why not roast some pumpkin and throw it on the vegetable bed? This undeniable refreshing salad is made of spinach, shredded goat's milk and large pieces of perfectly prepared pumpkin, lightly coated with a rich honey vinaigrette sauce, which you can make at home.
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This velvety macaroni and cheese recipe proves that you don’t need piles of cheese and butter to make delicious dishes. When cooked macaroni is added to a mixture of nutritional yeast, vegan Parmesan cheese and almond milk, the plant-based interpretation of this iconic comfort food has a cheesy taste.
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The sweethearts of autumn produce-pumpkin and apple-have teamed up to create a rich, smoky jalapeno soup. Concocted with pumpkin puree, coconut milk, jalapeno powder and chili powder, this delicious soup is served in a cute hollowed out acorn squash bowl.
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If you need a cake to celebrate your autumn birthday, or want to prepare mouth-watering, easy-to-make desserts for the holiday season, this pumpkin slice cake is the perfect choice. Stuffed with nutmeg powder and brown sugar, and coated with cinnamon cream cheese frosting, this recipe can feed up to 12 people.
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If you are the one who chooses a large bowl of oatmeal in the morning, be sure to try this vegan pumpkin quinoa breakfast bowl. This recipe is full of pumpkin puree, coconut milk, ginger powder, pumpkin spice, and maple syrup, proving that quinoa can be used not only in delicious dishes.
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