October 30, 2007

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Everywhere!

This is the time of year when pumpkins are a great buy and are a great thing to serve at that Halloween Party. Here are a few recipes to get in to the spirit of the season.

Pumpkin Pie Party Mix

Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons margarine

2 teaspoons honey

1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1-1/4 cup crispy corn and/or rice square cereal

1/3 cup chow mein noodles

1/3 cup walnut or pecan pieces

Instructions:
1. Combine margarine, honey, and pumpkin pie spice in cup and microwave until margarine is melted.
2. Combine cereal, noodles, and nuts in a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish.
3. Pour margarine/honey/spice mixture over cereal, noodles and nuts.
4. Microwave, uncovered, for approximately 2-1/2 minutes, stirring twice during cooking.
5. Cool, stirring occasionally.
6. Mix will crispen as it stands.
6. Store in airtight container.

Pumpkin Pudding

Ingredients:

1 large package instant vanilla pudding mix

1 can (12-ounce.) evaporated milk

1 can (16-ounce) pumpkin

1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spices or ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Non-dairy whipped topping

Instructions:
1. Prepare pudding according to package directions except substitute evaporated milk for regular milk.
2. Chill the pudding until it thickens about 10-15 minutes.
3. Add pumpkin, spices and, vanilla to the pudding and mix thoroughly.
4. Chill before serving.
5. Top with non-dairy whipped topping before serving.

Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dip

Ingredients:

3/4 cup pumpkin

3/4 cup peanut butter

1 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions:
1. Mix peanut butter and brown sugar.
2. Add vanilla and stir.
3. Add pumpkin and stir until well blended.
4. Serve with graham crackers, bread, apple slices, celery sticks, etc.

For more information about Pumpkins, check out the Pumpkins and More site

Posted by Jennifer McCaffrey at 10:35 AM |