Pumpkin Churros
Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese
Combine vitamin-rich pumpkin with homemade macaroni and cheese for the ultimate in comfort food. Bonus: this nostalgic childhood staple is actually made healthier with the addition of pumpkin.
Pumpkin Empanadas
Empanadas, also known as "hand pies," are a great way to have a pre-portion-sized treat (if you only eat one, that is). With diverse fillings ranging from savory to sweet, I've never met an empanada I didn't like, but pumpkin empanadas made with piloncillo and cinnamon are sure to be a new favorite.
Candied Pumpkin in Spiced Syrup
So simple and elegant, this Ecuadorian dessert is made by simmering pumpkin in a syrup made of panela and spices. Served with a fresh slice of queso fresco to balance the sweetness, candied squash in spiced syrup is fancy enough for formal guests but easy enough to make for yourself on a chilly autumn afternoon.
Black Bean Pumpkin Tamale Pie
Chopped pumpkin, ground beef, corn, black beans and Anaheim chiles are baked into this cornbread-based casserole for a rib-sticking but healthy weeknight dinner that the entire family will enjoy.
Squash Blossom Quesadillas
There isn't any pumpkin in this recipe but we couldn't resist including these squash blossom quesadillas. The bright-colored blossoms are plucked from the zucchini plant, a close relative of our beloved pumpkin, and when folded into a warm tortilla with shredded Oaxaca cheese, they’re a delicacy that must be tried.
Pumpkin Cream Soup
Rich pumpkin soup can be served as an appetizer or served with bread for a satisfying meal. This particular pumpkin soup is made with the "auyama" or West Indies pumpkin.
