Pumpkins aren’t just for pies (or decorations)! You can use this versatile vegetable in a variety of delicious recipes, whether savory or sweet.
Check out the list below for some tasty pumpkin dishes:
Pumpkin Pie: I like pumpkin pie with whipped cream on top- Mmm. But you could also add a layer of pecans, walnuts, or even a thin layer of dark chocolate for a twist on the traditional version.
Bread/Muffins: Warm pumpkin bread or muffins with a mixture of walnuts, oats, brown sugar on top is delicious on a cold, fall day.
Mousse: Yes, pumpkin mousse! Experiment with different amounts of canned pumpkin, lite whipped topping or real whipped cream, and pumpkin pie spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves). It’s quite good and can even be low in calories!
Soup: Pureed pumpkin soup can be very delicious. Add chicken broth, onion, celery, carrots, pepper, and even curry powder to the soup. Garnish with a little sour cream and seasonings, and you’ll feel like a gourmet cook! 
Stew: Use a whole pumpkin that has been cut into chunks, and put them in stews just as you would potatoes. The pumpkin gives added taste and nutrition.
Cheesecake: Requires a little effort to make, but your rewards should be great!
Pancakes/Waffles: We put berries, chocolate chips, and even bananas in them, so why not give the trusted pumpkin a try? Top with applesauce, walnuts, yogurt, or a mixture of butter, cinnamon, and confectioner’s sugar for a decadent treat!
Pumpkins are very healthy. Check out these pumpkin facts:
- Pumpkins are high in nutrition, especially beta-carotene, hence their bright orange color.
- They're low in calories and fat, which make them a great addition to your diet.
- Canned pumpkin is just as good and as tasty as using a whole, fresh pumpkin. You’ll save a lot more time using the canned variety too!
- 1/2 Cup of canned pumpkin has only 41 calories and barely a gram of fat. Whoo-hoo!
- Don't forget the seeds! Pumpkin seeds are very high in nutrients. Just toast them in the oven, add some salt or other seasonings, and you have a healthy snack!
Great taste, great health benefits, and great for the waistline! To me, this is what makes the pumpkin great!
Photo credit: jsgraph
Originally posted 2007-11-14 08:00:57. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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Even when kids refuse to eat most vegetables, they’ll usually eat pumpkin seasoned like pie filling!
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