8+ Adventurous Pumpkin Recipes, from Pumpkin Shakes to Pumpkin Brittle

If you think the best use of a pumpkin is as a jack-o-lantern or a pie, these recipes might surprise you. (Of course, if you do want a pie, we have the recipe.)

By Gloria Dawson

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Heirloom Pumpkin with Blue Cheese Crostata

The ideal holiday salad, this dish offers the best of harvest flavors -- green apples, heirloom pumpkin and tangy yet smooth blue cheese.

Heirloom Pumpkin with Blue Cheese Crostata recipe.

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Pumpkin Ravioli with Kale Pumpkin Seed Pesto

Master the art of ravioli making with this seasonal video recipe.

Pumpkin Ravioli with Kale Pumpkin Seed Pesto recipe.

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Baked Acorn Squash with Red Quinoa and Pumpkin Seed Stuffing

This recipe features two tricky-to-use fall and winter veggies, pumpkin and acorn squash.

Baked Acorn Squash with Red Quinoa and Pumpkin Seed Stuffing recipe.

Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Frosted with salt, this sweet and savory brittle is sure to please. Place in a pretty tin to give as a gift this holiday.

Pumpkin Seed Brittle recipe.

Crudités with Pumpkin Sage Pâté

This vegan pâté that's perfect to serve as a holiday appetizer.

Crudités with Pumpkin Sage Pâté recipe.

Pumpkin Milkshakes and More

In his classic style, the Ultimate Cheapsakate suggests making use of your entire pumpkin with unusual recipes -- try a pumpkin milkshake or pickled pumpkin rinds. See all of the Cheapskates pumpkin suggestions.

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Compost the Rest

Whether you used them for jack-o'-lanterns or pumpkin pie or anything in-between, be sure to compost what's left of your pumpkin. For the best way to put your pumpkin to rest, check out our composting tips.

Get more creative pumpkin recipes from Greenopia and the Fun Times Guide to Living Green.

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