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21 of the best pumpkin recipes

They're not just great for carving you know - pumpkins are a versatile ingredient that can work in a variety of autumnal dishes.

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With the arrival of autumn comes some of our favourite things: cosy sweaters, warm, spiced drinks and beginning of pumpkin season!

Cooking with pumpkins is one of our favourite ways to celebrate autumnal weather and this hearty ingredient is so versatile, working well in a range of sweet and savoury dishes.

Not just for carving for Halloween (although if you still do this we have a great scone recipe that uses up leftover carved pumpkin flesh), but this vegetable is particularly great in recipes like pasta, risotto's, soups, pies (from pumpkin to pecan), brownies and loaf cakes too.

We know they can be notoriously tricky to cut so follow our fail-safe guide on how to prepare a pumpkin.

Keep reading for some of our favourite recipes...

1

Pumpkin Pie Black Bean Brownies

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It almost sounds like a savoury dish, but the addition of pumpkin and black beans gives these brownies an irresistible fudgey texture and we promise you can't taste the veggies at all!

Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Black Bean Brownies

2

Pumpkin Scones

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Use up your leftover pumpkin from Halloween in these spiced sweet treats, making sure nothing goes to waste. The perfect way to celebrate Autumn.

Recipe: Pumpkin Scones

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3

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Stew

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This is the perfect recipe to use up the leftover flesh from your Halloween jack-o’-lantern. Or, if you can’t find pumpkin then use butternut squash instead.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Pumpkin Stew

4

Bonfire pumpkin and cheese bake

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Irresistible golden edges and cheesy melting sauce makes this pumpkin recipe an ideal bonfire night dinner.

Recipe: Bonfire pumpkin and cheese bake

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5

Pumpkin and pork pasta

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Pumpkin and pork go together well to make this easy midweek meal, use butternut squash if you prefer!

Recipe: Pumpkin and pork pasta

6

Pumpkin pie

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This classic American dish is typically served at Thanksgiving, but we think this Autumnal pumpkin pie will go down brilliantly at any dinner party or tea-time gathering.

This classic American dish is typically served at Thanksgiving, but we think this Autumnal pumpkin pie will go down brilliantly at any dinner party or tea-time gathering.

Recipe: Pumpkin pie

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7

Spiced pumpkin doughnuts

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These fun doughnuts are best eaten on the same day they’re cooked.

Recipe: Spiced pumpkin doughnuts

8

Thai Green Pumpkin Curry

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Making this authentic Thai Green Pumpkin Curry is easy thanks to the wide range of Thai pastes available in supermarkets.

Recipe: Thai Green Pumpkin Curry

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9

Pumpkin Seed Brittle

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Try this sweet little nibble to keep your guests energy up.

Recipe: Pumpkin Seed Brittle

10

Spiced Pumpkin Soup

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Pumpkin soup is so easy to prepare and delicious too.


Recipe: Spiced pumpkin soup

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11

Pumpkin Fondue

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Wow friends and family with this delicious fondue, served in a pumpkin!

Recipe: Pumpkin Fondue

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Pecan Pumpkin Pie

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With tinned pumpkin purée widely available, this American classic is easier to make than ever.

Recipe: Pecan pumpkin pie

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13

Spicy Pumpkin Wedges

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Spicy pumpkin wedges that could (possibly!) take the place of chips with grilled meat.

Recipe: Spicy pumpkin wedges

14

Pumpkin Spice Latte Loaf Cake

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Your favourite autumn drink reimagined into a tasty cake - this pumpkin spice latte loaf cake is sure to hit the spot.

Recipe: Pumpkin spice latte loaf cake

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15

Pumpkin Spiced Brownies

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These gooey chocolate brownies have a delicious pumpkin swirl running through them, making them the perfect autumnal tea-time treat or Halloween dessert!

Recipe: Pumpkin spiced brownies recipe

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Pumpkin Risotto

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For a quick dinner idea, serve with a simple salad. If preparing for a dinner party, dish up with grilled pork or veal escalopes.

Recipe: Pumpkin risotto recipe

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17

Pumpkin, Walnut and Blue Cheese Gnocchi

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This hearty dish is comfort food at its best.

Recipe: Pumpkin, walnut and blue cheese gnocchi recipe

18

Pumpkin and Chestnut Soup

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Tuck into this warming festive soup

Recipe: Pumpkin and chestnut soup with chestnut and chive butter recipe

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19

Pumpkin Cheesecake Squares

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Little white chocolate and marshmallow ghouls sit atop these cheesecake bars, which are the ideal dessert or addition to a buffet table around Halloween.

Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Squares

20

Potato Gnocchi with Pumpkin Sauce

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If you're wanting to impress at dinner time, this home-made gnocchi recipe will definitely fit the bill! Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for an authentic Italian menu.

Recipe: Potato gnocchi with pumpkin sauce

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