Yesterday, a friend and I left the bustling metropolis of College Station and took a field trip over the river and through the woods to visit a Houston area Trader Joe’s.
It doesn’t matter how many times I visit that store, I am always a giddy kid as soon as I walk in.
LOOK AT ALL THE FOODS. I NEED ALL THE FOOOOOOODS.
Cookie butter, Fleur de Sal Caramels, Buffalo Jerky, Frozen Macarons, Sesame Honey Cashews … it doesn’t matter if it is good for me or NOT (and, let’s be honest, the majority of the fun finds in TJ’s really aren’t healthy. Just sayin’.), I walk through the sliding doors and I want it ALL.
And, yesterday? I wanted all things PUMPKIN. Holy cow, people — Trader Joe’s has EVERYTHING you could possibly ever want in the pumpkin realm. Pumpkin Cream Cheese. Pumpkin Ravioli. Pumpkin Bread. Pumpkin Cookies and Crackers and Candies … Oh, MY!
The only thing that made its way into my cart was the box of Pumpkin Macarons. Yes, so much sugar but gluten-free. That’s how I justified it in my brain.
Side-note: never, ever, ever go to Trader Joe’s when you are hungry. It is very, very, very unwise. True story.
The Husband continues to be happy with his Pumpkin Pie Spice creamer … the only Pumpkin-centric item he ever wants or needs in the fall.
Me? I’ve resisted. If it isn’t October, I can’t do Pumpkins — not yet.
But … BUT. Now that it is October, I can fully get behind the Pumpkin Everything mentality that all grocery stores and Pinterest embrace this time of year. And, I’m not just a fan of pumpkin flavored coffee, baked goods and treats … I love pumpkin chili and soup and, at least back in my “pre-grain” free days, pumpkin pasta dishes. Oh, Mamacita! “Bring it all to the table” is my mantra — hence, the Ultimate Pumpkin Recipe List you see today.
There’s a little something for everyone: appetizers, breakfast recipes, soups, pastas, roasted seeds, and even a variety of gluten-free recipes for those who need them. And, for after you’ve made a few recipes and have leftover pumpkin puree sitting around? There’s a post for that: Using Up The Leftovers (recipes for just about ANY small amount of leftover puree!).
Tie on the apron, folks … Pumpkin Season is most definitely here!
Appetizers
Pumpkin Bean Dip (gf)
Pumpkin Cheese Ball (gf)
Kale Salad with Goji and Pumpkin (gf)
Pumpkin Vinaigrette Dressing (gf)
Baked Goods
Paleo-fied Pumpkin Pie Bars (gf)
Paleo Pumpkin Bars (gf)
Pumpkin Tart with Dark Rum (gf)
Chocolate Marbled Pumpkin Pound Cake
Spiced Bread Pudding with Maple Glaze
Bourbon Pumpkin Marble Cheesecake
Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Maple Glaze
White Chocolate Pumpkin Scones
Copycat California Pizza Kitchen Pumpkin Cheesecake
Treats and Desserts
Pumpkin Apple Butter (gf)
Pumpkin Pie Muddy Buddies (gf)
No-Bake Vegan Pumpkin Pie (gf)
Pumpkin Custard with Marscarpone Cream (gf)
Pumpkin Applesauce (gf)
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Burritos
Caramel Brownie Pumpkin Trifle
Breakfast
Pumpkin Donuts with Honey Glaze (gf)
Overnight Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal (gf)
Roasted Pumpkin and Eggnog French Toast
Savory Dishes
Pumpkin Chili (gf)
Pumpkin Bisque (gf)
Basic Pumpkin Soup (gf)
Curry Pumpkin Soup (gf)
Vegan Pumpkin Soup (gf)
Roasted Pumpkin and Squash Soup with Chili and Lime (gf)
Roasted Pumpkin Soup (gf)
Squash Soup in Pumpkin Bowls (gf)
Cheese Tortellini in Pumpkin Gorgonzola Sauce
Pumpkin Penne with Autumn Pesto
Baked Chicken with Pumpkin Rice
Healthy Pumpkin Shrimp Etoufee
Pumpkin Chipotle Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Roasted Seed Recipes
Portuguese Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
For even more Pumpkin Recipe Inspiration, check out the International Delight Pumpkin Delight Board or my Pumpkin Pinterest board … yeah, get ready to crave pumpkin everything NOW!
Follow Rachel Lacy (Following In My Shoes)’s board Featured Flavor: Pumpkin on Pinterest.
What’s your favorite way to enjoy Pumpkin??
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of International Delight. The opinions and text are all mine.
[…] The Ultimate Pumpkin Recipe List: 56 Recipes for Fall (followinginmyshoes.com) Everything mentality that all grocery stores and Pinterest embrace this time of year. And, I’m not just a fan of pumpkin flavored coffee, baked goods and treats … I love pumpkin chili and soup and, at least back in my “pre-grain” free days, pumpkin pasta dishes. Oh, Mamacita! “Bring it all to the table” is my mantra — hence, the Ultimate Pumpkin Recipe List you see today. […]