Pumpkin is a fall classic and a great way to get into the holiday spirit. If you’re tired of the regulars and looking to spice up your holiday menu, here are a few fun ideas.
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Adding pumpkin to mac and cheese might sound unexpected, but you’ll love this rich, creamy, and slightly sweet dish. All you need to do is roast or steam some pumpkin chunks until they’re soft and mashable. Then, blend the pumpkin into a puree and add to your favorite mac and cheese recipe, mixing it in with the cheese sauce.
Pumpkin Chili
Upgrade your favorite chili recipe with some pumpkin to make it season-appropriate and absolutely delicious. Sauté onions, garlic, and ground meat in a large pot. Then, add diced pumpkin, diced tomatoes, beans, and chili seasonings. Let the mixture simmer until the pumpkin is tender.
Pumpkin Pancakes
Pumpkin pancakes can be a great addition to your brunch or breakfast menu. You can make them from scratch or use a pancake mix and simply add some pumpkin puree and a dash of pumpkin pie spice to the batter. They’ll go perfectly with maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Yum!
