13 Unique Ways to Enjoy Pumpkin in the Off Season FoodBeast July 1, 2015 Spread the loveRecipeWatch: What to Do With Your Next Pumpkin Craving Written By: Geoff Kutnick of www.foodbeast.com Yes, I completely understand that I’m putting together a pumpkin-greatest-hits compilation as we approach the summer. And yes, I’m also aware that this list may seem surprisingly unseasonal due to the nation’s pumpkin craze during the fall months. Speaking for my palate, I know it’s not necessary (or preferred) to wait for leaves to fall to the ground to satisfy my pumpkin craving. So I put together a list of some my newly found favorites that can be enjoyed year round. Some may call me a pumpkin advocate, but I’m content with knowing what I like, how I like it, when I like it. And odds are when I makeĀ Pumpkin and Sausage Baked ZitiĀ orĀ Pumpkin Spice Latte WafflesĀ Ā – you’re going to like it too. To top it all off, there’s a health bonus using pumpkin since you can cut fatty and high-cholesterol ingredients like butter with the creamy texture of Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin. Dozens of recipes and substitution ideas, in addition to some of our favorites below, can be foundĀ here.Ā Be prepared to get hungry. Pumpkin HummusĀ (via Food Faith Fitness) Pumpkin & Sausage Baked ZitiĀ (Via Libby’s Pumpkin) Pumpkin Mac & Cheese w/ BaconĀ (via Inspired By Charm) Pumpkin Spice Latte WafflesĀ (via Minimalist Baker) Maple Bacon Pumpkin RisottoĀ (via Pineapple & Coconut) Pumpkin Spiked HorchataĀ (via Slim Pickin’s Kitchen) Pumpkin Quinoa PattiesĀ (via Libby’s Pumpkin) Pumpkin VinaigretteĀ (via Nutrition Starring You) Pumpkin ChiliĀ (via Julia’s Album) Pumpkin Pie Yogurt ParfaitsĀ (via Art of Moseying) Pumpkin Pizza With Kale and BurrataĀ (via Eats Well With Others) Pumpkin Coconut CurryĀ (via Table For Two) Pumpkin Peanut Butter DipĀ (via A Night Owl)