1. Explore the savory side of pumpkin
The time for pumpkin-spiced lattes is long gone, but don’t let extra cans of pumpkin puree go to waste. According to Nielsen data, dollar sales of pumpkin-flavored foods reached a record high of $414 million last year. Bring hearty flavor, and rich orange color to savory dishes such as pasta, soup and risotto with pumpkin.
An excellent source of vitamin A and fiber, pumpkin is a great “clean” ingredient when it’s not wrapped up in sugary desserts. The Washington Post listed pumpkin as one of 6 foods and drinks that will get you through the holidays healthfully, demonstrating that diners look to other pumpkin applications after the “fall flavor frenzy” is over.