Turn leftover pumpkin flesh into this silky, creamy pasta sauce by blending it, then mixing with mascarpone and parmesan. It’s a brilliant high-fibre meal for four that can be on the table in under an hour.
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These simple and delicious chocolate cupcakes are a real crowd-pleaser. They’re a great project to make with the kids, as they can be made in only three steps. The decorations may look impressive, but they’re easy to achieve as you don’t need to pipe on the icing, simply spread it.
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If you’re looking for a tasty way to use up the flesh from your carved pumpkin, this recipe is great for reducing waste. Microwaving the pumpkin minimises oven use so you can also save energy, plus shop-bought pastry saves time.
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These special Halloween bakes can be ready in under an hour, or baked ahead of time and frozen before decorating. Create the spooky spiderweb effect by dragging a cocktail stick through circles of white and dark chocolate.
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This haunted graveyard cake is the perfect centrepiece for your Halloween festivities. It might require a little more effort, but the final result will wow guests. Plus, kids can help create the haunting decorations, so it can become a fun family project.
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This pea & bacon chowder is delicious any time of year, but it’s an ideal Halloween supper, as it looks like a bubbling cauldron of witches’ brew. It requires about an hour of your time and just under 10 ingredients, but it can be made in advance and frozen to defrost when you need it. It’s healthy, too, but the kids won’t notice – the theme is too fun!
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Use up a glut of pumpkins in this moist, cake-like tea bread. It pairs perfectly with an afternoon cup of tea, but it can also be served with butter as a pick-me-up during the work day, or alongside a packed lunch.
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These spiced pumpkin cakes are made using grated pumpkin, and are a festive treat that can be ready in under an hour. The recipe makes 12, so you can easily serve a crowd of Halloween revellers, if you need.
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Boasting an impressive 5 stars with more than 227 ratings, this easy pumpkin soup makes the perfect starter for a dinner party or a light supper when you need a bit of comfort. It has a lovely silky texture and tastes like autumn in a bowl.
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If you’re a fan of carrot cake, you’ll love this twist that uses leftover pumpkin. Replace carrots with pumpkin or butternut squash, and enjoy the familiar, comforting flavours of orange zest and sultanas. Top with a rich, orange-flavoured soft cheese icing.
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