5 Recipes for Your Jack-O’-Lantern Leftovers

By Natalie Foxwell, 2018-10-31 03:58:34

With Halloween upon us, it’s time to carve out your pumpkins and create illuminating jack-o’-lanterns to celebrate the spooky season.

But, once the ghoul is over, don’t let your pumpkins go to waste, they are incredibly nutritious and many delicious recipes can be found online. To get you started, we’ve compiled a list of our top 5 easy-to-make pumpkin recipes, enjoy!

1. Spicy Pumpkin Hummus

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What’s not to love about hummus? An easy to prepare, healthy snack when flavored with seasonal ingredients such as pumpkin, means it can be enjoyed all year round.

For the full recipe, click here.

2. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

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This recipe ensures nothing from your pumpkin goes to waste. With some olive oil and seasoning on top, you’ve got a tasty, crisp afternoon snack.

For the full recipe, click here.

3. Pumpkin Risotto

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As the weather cools down why not indulge in a risotto, the ultimate comfort dish.  Full of flavor this simple recipe will have you wishing for Halloween every week.

For the full recipe, click here.

4. Caramelized Pumpkin Fries

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All children love fries so why not change it up this weekend and make them with pumpkin. You only need three ingredients, and you already have the pumpkin, so what are you waiting for?

For the full recipe, click here.

5. Creamy Pumpkin Soup

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We all need a ‘go to’ pumpkin soup recipe for a dinner party or mid-week family meal, and this one has got you covered, especially with the side serving of grilled cheese croutons. A perfect combination.

For the full recipe, click here.

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