Easy Tips for Cooking with Pumpkins This Fall

Vegan pumpkin recipes are phenomenal. Homey, cozy, autumnal. Waiting for pumpkins to come in season can feel so slow sometimes. But, it’s finally time – pumpkin is back! The season of pie and cinnamon-y goodness is upon us, and the star of the show is pumpkin. You can practically find pumpkin-flavored anything, and we get why. Pumpkin is delicious! We don’t want you to get bored of this amazing ingredient, so we checked out our Food Monster App to find some vegan pumpkin meal fun ideas to keep the pumpkin flavor fresh! Check them out and let us know which one is your favorite.

Contents

1. Pumpkin Breakfasts 2. Pumpkin Entrees 3. Pumpkin Desserts

1. Pumpkin Breakfasts

Vegan Perfect Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

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Get going with the pumpkin flavor first thing in the morning! What better way to wake up than waking up to pumpkin? You’ll feel all warm and cozy when starting your day with this Perfect Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal by Jesse Lane Lee, or when you dig into a stack of these Buckwheat Pumpkin Pancakes by Holly Bertone. Enjoy a bit of a breakfast treat with Cora Matheson‘s Pumpkin Scones or Mireille Aikman‘s Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls!

2. Pumpkin Entrees

Curried Pumpkin and Chickpea Burgers

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While we all love pumpkin pie flavors, pumpkin itself is a wonderful addition to savory fall recipes and meals. Just look at how amazing these Curried Pumpkin and Chickpea Burgers by Ella Suihko look! If you can handle your spice, warm up with this Spicy Pumpkin Chili by Sarah and Peter Hagstrom. For hearty and satisfying dinners, you’ll have everything you need with Deniz Kilic‘s Creamy Mushroom Skillet With Pumpkin or Liz Moody‘s Creamy Pumpkin Risotto With Sweet and Spicy Roasted Pepitas!

See also Mushroom lovers rejoice! We've got 15 show-stopping entrée recipes featuring the star of the show: mushrooms. Whether you're a fan of creamy sauces or bold flavors, these dishes are sure to impress your holiday guests and satisfy their cravings.1. Creamy Mushroom Chicken Casserole – A hearty, comforting casserole that combines sautéed chicken, mushrooms, and a rich cream sauce.2. Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Goat Cheese and Herbs – Earthy portobellos filled with tangy goat cheese, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic.3. Wild Mushroom and Leek Soup – A silky-smooth soup that showcases the earthy flavors of wild mushrooms and sweet leeks.4. Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Shells – Jumbo pasta shells overflowing with a savory mix of sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and ricotta cheese.5. Pan-Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter and Mushrooms – Succulent scallops seared to perfection and served atop a bed of sautéed mushrooms and rich garlic butter.6. Mushroom and Barley Risotto – Creamy risotto infused with the deep flavors of roasted mushrooms and nutty barley.7. Stuffed Acorn Squash with Wild Rice, Mushrooms, and Cranberries – A vibrant squash filled with a hearty mix of wild rice, sautéed mushrooms, and sweet cranberries.8. Mushroom and Lentil Curry – A warm, aromatic curry that combines tender lentils, earthy mushrooms, and a blend of Indian spices.9. Creamy Mushroom Pork Chops with Apples – Thick-cut pork chops smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce and served alongside caramelized apples.10. Roasted Vegetable and Mushroom Tart – A vibrant tart filled with roasted vegetables, sautéed mushrooms, and gooey cheese.11. Mushroom and Spinach Quiche Lorraine – A French-inspired quiche that combines the richness of cream, eggs, and mushrooms with the earthiness of spinach.12. Smothered Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Creamy Mashed Potatoes – Tender pork chops smothered in a savory mushroom sauce and served alongside creamy mashed potatoes.13. Mushroom and Leek Crepes – Thin crepes filled with a delicate mix of sautéed mushrooms, leeks, and cream cheese.14. Mushroom and Barley Soup with Crispy Bacon – A comforting soup that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms and barley with the smokiness of crispy bacon.15. Creamy Mushroom Chicken Fricassee – A classic chicken dish elevated by the rich flavors of sautéed mushrooms and a creamy sauce.These show-stopping entrées are sure to delight your holiday guests and leave them wanting more!

3. Pumpkin Desserts

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies [Vegan]

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As we all know, pumpkin is incredible in desserts. But there’s so many more delicious pumpkin treats than just pumpkin pie! Start with a batch of these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies by Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez, and then try this Pumpkin Fudge by Daniela Modesto! Combine two favorite desserts with these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites by Mitra Shirmohammadi, and get all the fall flavors in one dessert with these Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze by Natalie Martin MS, RD and Lexie Staten MS, RD!

Looking for more spicy recipes? Try 15 Savory Pumpkin Recipes That Are Vegan and our Pumpkin Archives!

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home

Reducing your meat intake and incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet is known to Support various health benefits, including reducing chronic inflammation, improving heart health, enhancing mental well-being, achieving fitness goals, meeting nutritional needs, managing allergies, and promoting gut health, among others. Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend grabbing our favorite plant-based cookbooks and downloading the Food Monster App — with over 20,000 delicious recipes, it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals, and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

See also Savoring South Indian Flavors: Vegan Mashed Pumpkin Recipe Richly aromatic and comforting, this vegan mashed pumpkin dish is a perfect blend of South Indian spices and the velvety texture of roasted pumpkin. Perfect as a side or main course, this recipe will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of India.

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