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Beyond the Pie: 10 Great Pumpkin Recipes

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Everyone loves traditional pumpkin pie - it's an American holiday icon, but why not think "outside the gourd," and try some of these other delicious alternative pumpkin recipes?

Cream of Pumpkin Soup

This rich and delicious soup is perfect for any holiday table. This easy version skips the messy, and time-consuming chore of cooking and pureeing fresh pumpkins.

"No Knead" Pumpkin French-Style Bread

If you've never tried a no-knead bread recipe before, this is a great one to start with. It has to rise overnight, but it's so simple, and the crusty French-style bread is so good, it's well worth the wait.

Circleville Pumpkin Chili

While this pumpkin chili recipe hails from the Midwest, its use of these spices and chocolate are reminiscent of chilis and moles of the American Southwest region. This great chili recipe was adapted from one served at the famous Circleville Pumpkin Show in Ohio, which is one of the biggest pumpkin shows in the country.

Pumpkin Seed Pesto

Pumpkin seeds are one of nature's most nutritious foods, and this delicious pesto recipe is a great way to eat them!

Pumpkin Pecan Pie

Photo © Kim Carlson
This creative pumpkin pie recipe from Kim Carlson of Culinate, is perfect for those of you that can't decide whether to have a slice of pecan, or pumpkin pie after the turkey. Now have both, in one delicious pie!

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Photo © Dinner with Kirsten
The all-American chocolate chip gets a seasonal makeover in this delicious pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe.

Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Photo © Little Corner of Mine
This pumpkin bundt cake recipe is moist, soft and very easy to make. Unlike most pumpkin cake recipes, this one is not heavily spiced, so the pumpkin shines through.

Glazed Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Photo © Stephanie's Kitchen
These pumpkin spice muffins are delicious, moist, and not only topped with a brown sugar cinnamon crumble, but drizzled with a cinnamon cream cheese glaze. This pumpkin spice muffin recipe's combination of fall flavors can’t be beat.

Frosted Pumpkin Doughnuts

Photo © Pete Andrew Ryan
Try this great frosted pumpkin doughnut recipe for a real holiday change of pace. Whether for a holiday dinner party, or cozy cold-weather brunch, these pumpkin doughnuts will impress.

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Photo © Jason Hills from Jason Cooks
More of a cookie sandwich than a pie, this very old American snack hails from Pennsylvania's Amish country where it's been a favorite for over a century. This sweet pumpkin treat is fun, festive, and a favorite with the kids.

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