From classic pumpkin pies to soothing squash soups, we've got comfort-food recipes that highlight fall's signature produce.
Lattice-Topped Pumpkin Pie
Take ordinary pumpkin pie up a notch with this lattice pattern -- it's easier than it looks!
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Bake: at 425 degrees F. for 25 minutes; 350 degrees F. for 35 minutes
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Pumpkin Surprise Pie
The surprise? Cheesecake layered under pumpkin.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: at 400 degrees F. for 15 minutes, at 350 degrees F. for 45 minutes
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Ice Cream Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin turns ice cream into an autumnal treat.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 10 minutes
Freeze: 6 hours or overnight
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Pumpkin Baked Alaska
Baked Alaska gets a pumpkin-y twist.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Freeze: several hours or overnight
Bake: 3 to 4 minutes
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Pumpkin Chiffon Cheesecake
This fall favorite needs to chill overnight.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 1 hour
Cook: 15 minutes
Bake: 35 minutes
Chill overnight
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Caramel-Pumpkin Layered Pie
Sick of ordinary pumpkin pie? Try this unusual version for Thanksgiving.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 35 minutes
Bake: 10/15 minutes; 35/40 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Chill: 4 hours
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Pumpkin Waffles with Cranberry Honey
Pumpkin adds spicy-sweet flavor to homemade waffles.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
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Jack-O Muffins with Cobweb Icing
Having a Halloween party? Serve these so-easy-it's-scary cupcakes.
Makes: 24 cupcakes
Prep: 50 minutes total
Bake: 30 to 35 minutes
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Curried Lentils with Butternut Squash
This healthy squash recipe makes a hearty side dish.
Makes: 4 to 6 servings
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Spaghetti Squash
Sub this healthier side in for the pasta version.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 1 hour
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Curried Squash Soup
Warm up from the cold with a bowl of this thick, spicy soup.
Makes: 4 servings (5 1/2 cups)
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
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Roast Stuffed Squash and Fennel
No serving dishes necessary -- just use a hollowed-out acorn squash as a bowl.
Makes: 6 servings
Cook: 15 minutes
Prep: 15 minutes
Roast: 1 hour
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Spaghetti Squash Primavera
This looks so much like the real spaghetti that your kids might not know the difference.
Makes: 4 servings
Cook: 45 minutes
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Apple Squash Soup
Two great fall flavors come together in this thick soup.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Roast: 1 hour
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Ginger Squash Soup
This ginger-based soup is soothing for the stomach.
Makes: 6 servings
Source : Parents & FamilyFun
