30 Fresh Pumpkin Recipes You’ve Never Tried Before
Updated: Nov. 27, 2022Get creative in the kitchen with rice stuffed pumpkins, a pumpkin and cauliflower garlic mash, and more fresh pumpkin recipes.
Fresh pumpkin recipes
It’s pumpkin season! Before fall ends you have to make sure to cook at least one pumpkin treat for yourself. Here are some fresh pumpkin recipes from our sister site Taste of Home that you’ve probably never tried before to help you satisfy all of your pumpkin cravings. If you want to pick your own fresh pumpkin, these are the best pumpkin patches in every state.
Garlic pumpkin seeds
“Wondering what to do with all those pumpkin seeds guests will be scooping out at your pumpkin-carving party? This yummy, microwave-easy recipe is the answer! Save some for yourself before they’re gone!” —Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas. Read up on the real history behind why we carve pumpkins.
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Cranberry pumpkin muffins
“Tart, juicy cranberries enhance the delicate pumpkin flavor of these muffins. Sometimes I dust the tops with powdered sugar to add a little sweetness.” —Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona.
Chorizo pumpkin pasta
“I’m a busy student, and this spicy-sweet pasta makes a perfect quick dinner. Even better, it works on a bigger scale to feed a bunch of friends.” —Christine Yang, Syracuse, New York. Read up on these things you didn’t know about Costco’s pumpkin pie.
Sausage and rice stuffed pumpkins
“My children often request this dish. It also adds a great “wow” factor to a festive buffet table.” —Andria Peckham, Lowell, Michigan. These foods taste so much better in the fall.
Pumpkin lasagna
“I especially like this comforting fall dish because it’s vegetarian. Even friends who aren’t big fans of pumpkin are surprised by this delectable lasagna. Canned pumpkin and no-cook noodles make it a cinch to prepare.” —Tamara Huron, New Market, Alabama.
Pumpkin and cauliflower garlic mash
“I wanted healthy alternatives to my family’s favorite recipes. Pumpkin, cauliflower, and thyme make an amazing dish. You’ll never miss those plain old mashed potatoes.” —Kari Wheaton, South Beloit, Illinois.
Cheese ravioli with pumpkin alfredo sauce
“When I first made this cheese ravioli everyone thought: Pumpkin on pasta? Ew! But once they tasted it, they couldn’t believe how much they liked it! A warm, comforting delicious blend of flavors.” —Cheri Neustifter, Sturtevant, Wisconsin. These are the essential recipes you should know before you turn 35.
Sausage-stuffed pumpkins
“Baking a meal in a pumpkin—what a fun fall idea! To serve, cut the pumpkin into wedges, giving each person both pumpkin and stuffing.” —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
Roasted pumpkin and Brussel sprouts
“While traveling to Taiwan, I had the pleasure of trying a unique vegetable dish that included fresh pumpkin. It inspired me to roast pumpkin with Brussels sprouts.” —Pam Correll, Brockport, Pennsylvania
Savory pumpkin quiche
“This quiche satisfies a seasonal craving I get for all things pumpkin. Fresh mushrooms add flavor, and I try different types like baby portobello and cremini mushrooms.” —Rachel Garcia, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Avoid these baking mistakes you are probably making.
Black bean and pumpkin chili
“This is my kind of chili—thick and hearty. Try sweet potato or butternut squash instead of pumpkin, and serve over quinoa, barley, brown rice, or farro.” —Jean Ecos, Hartland, WI
Baked pumpkin goat cheese alfredo with bacon
“This is a unique and delicious pasta, perfect for fall. I made this for my girlfriends, and everyone asked for the recipe!” —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Pumpkin cranberry cheesecake
“One Thanksgiving, I was eating pumpkin pie and decided to have some cranberry sauce with it. I loved the combination so much, I experimented and came up with a two-tone cheesecake that has a ruby-red layer at the bottom.” —John Abraham, Boca Raton, Florida.
Pumpkin sloppy joes
“When my oldest granddaughter gave me eight of the 50 pumpkins she grew in her backyard, I didn’t know how I’d use them all up! Then I remembered this recipe from a dear friend—I’m glad I tried it. I froze some of the pumpkin to use in this and other recipes, and also froze some of the sloppy joe mixture to enjoy later.” —Eleanor McReynolds, Scott City, Kansas.
Pumpkin cream of wheat
“This autumn-inspired breakfast tastes like pumpkin pie—without the guilt! Double the recipe if you feel like sharing.” —Amy Bashtovoi, Sidney, Nebraska
Pumpkin scones with berry butter
“These delightful scones are perfect on a cold winter day with a steaming hot cup of coffee. They also make a wonderful hostess gift arranged in a basket.” —Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona. Before you start cooking, make sure you know about these cooking mistakes that ruin your food.
