Top 10 ways to use up leftover pumpkin

Indulge in all your favourite flavours at their peak with our best ever autumn recipes.

1. Squidgy pumpkin & ginger loaf

A slice of our squidgy pumpkin & ginger loaf, with a warming cup of tea, is the perfect antidote to chilly evenings. This dense loaf, laced with black treacle, golden syrup and aromatic spices tastes even better having been left for a couple of days for the flavours to mature. Try a thick slice, smeared with butter.

2. Pumpkin hummus

Turn your carved out pumpkin into a spooky centrepiece with our creamy pumpkin hummus. The nutty tahini, roasted garlic and earthy pumpkin make for a moreish dip – everyone will be going back for seconds of this simple, healthy snack. Serve it in the pumpkin shell for an eye-catching display.

3. Creamy pumpkin & lentil soup

Use soft pumpkin flesh to make a creamy pumpkin & lentil soup, topped with crunchy roasted pumpkin seeds. This wholesome seasonal bowlful makes a great family-friendly dinner, served with hunks of crusty bread or buttery garlic bread. Blitz your ingredients in a blender with crème fraîche for a silky smooth soup that packs plenty of flavour.

4. Pumpkin pancakes

Believe it or not, you can turn chunks of pumpkin into a mouth-watering brunch treat. Our pumpkin pancakes with salted pecan butterscotch are a seriously impressive stack. Soft, fluffy pancakes; salty, sweet sauce; crunchy pecans and a dollop of vanilla ice cream make for a truly decadent start to the day. Or, try our healthy pumpkin pancakes with fresh fruit and crème fraîche.

5. Pumpkin curry with chickpeas

No one could turn down a bowl of our pumpkin curry with chickpeas and fluffy naan. Soft chunks of pumpkin make a great base for this veggie main, it also makes a delicious side dish paired with roast meat or fish. It tastes even better the next day after the flavours have had a change to intensify.

6. Classic pumpkin pie

Fill your kitchen with mouth-watering seasonal aromas and treat yourself to a slice of classic pumpkin pie with pecan & maple cream. Use up your lantern carvings and create something delicious in the process. Enjoy a substantial slab with a dollop of cream for a dreamy dessert or afternoon pick-me-up.

7. Pumpkin pasta alla vodka

Indulge in something savoury with this vegetarain pumpkin pasta alla vodka, topped with sage leaves for a rustic finish. It's easy to make, plus it's a brilliant way of making the most of this majestic gourd. Vodka and chilli flakes provide a lovely deep flavour, too.

8. Pumpkin spice scones

Feeling snacky? Our pumpkin spice scones, served warm and spread with butter or soft cheese, are sure to keep you going until dinner time. These gloriously golden bakes can be whipped up in under 30 minutes with just a few simple steps. Unexpected guests? One of these pumpkin scones and a cup of tea is a lovely autumnal treat.

9. Slow-cooker pumpkin soup

Looking for ways to put your slow-cooker to good use? Put in a little effort the night before and you can have a velvety pumpkin soup ready as a starter for a special autumnal dinner with guests. This vegan recipe serves six generously, plus it's low in fat and calories. If your pumpkin or squash isn’t quite big enough to make up the required weight, you can supplement it with chopped carrots.

10. Pumpkin pie s'mores

Merge two USA classics into one bite-sized treat. Our easy pumpkin pie s'mores with melty marshmallow filling and warming ginger biscuits are a gooey delight. Add a sprinkling of cinnamon for a hint of sweetness and spice.

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