01of 07PUMPKIN CHEESECAKELeCremeDeLaCrumb.comNormally we wouldn’t allow for a crustless cheesecake, but this delectable dessert topped with graham cracker crumbs and whipped cream really hits the spot.Get the recipeHERE.

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PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE

LeCremeDeLaCrumb.com

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Normally we wouldn’t allow for a crustless cheesecake, but this delectable dessert topped with graham cracker crumbs and whipped cream really hits the spot.

Get the recipeHERE.

02of 07WILD RICE & BRUSSELS SPROUTSHalfBakedHarvest.comThose tiny multi-colored gourds are not just for decoration anymore. Instead, fill them with wild rice, veggies, dried cranberries and cheese for a showstopping side.Get the recipeHERE.

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WILD RICE & BRUSSELS SPROUTS

HalfBakedHarvest.com

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Those tiny multi-colored gourds are not just for decoration anymore. Instead, fill them with wild rice, veggies, dried cranberries and cheese for a showstopping side.

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PUMPKIN PIE

CREATIVE EDGE PARTIES

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04of 07BREAD, CHEESE & BACONAlan RichardsonDorie Greenspan’s recipe for a “pumpkin stuffed with everything good” is likely the dish that inspired all the rest, with bloggers citing her left and right. Greenspan’s verison is filled with the yummiest ingredients but it can easily be adapted to fit your taste buds.Get the recipeHERE.

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BREAD, CHEESE & BACON

Alan Richardson

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Dorie Greenspan’s recipe for a “pumpkin stuffed with everything good” is likely the dish that inspired all the rest, with bloggers citing her left and right. Greenspan’s verison is filled with the yummiest ingredients but it can easily be adapted to fit your taste buds.

05of 07COCONUT CUSTARDWandercooksIt may sound strange but this Asian-style treat has all the creamy, sweet notes you want in a dessert. Plus, you probably have all the ingredients on hand already.Get the recipeHERE.

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COCONUT CUSTARD

Wandercooks

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It may sound strange but this Asian-style treat has all the creamy, sweet notes you want in a dessert. Plus, you probably have all the ingredients on hand already.

06of 07SPINACH, MUSHROOM & CHEESEOhMyVeggies.comThe best part about this vegetarian main dish is that you can prepare the veggies for the filling in advance. Then just before dinner all you have to do is mix them together with bread and cheese, place it in your pumpkins, bake and enjoy.Get the recipeHERE.

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SPINACH, MUSHROOM & CHEESE

OhMyVeggies.com

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The best part about this vegetarian main dish is that you can prepare the veggies for the filling in advance. Then just before dinner all you have to do is mix them together with bread and cheese, place it in your pumpkins, bake and enjoy.

07of 07BEER KEGLike pumpkin beer? You’re gonnalovethis. Our sister publication,Food & Wine, figured out the coolest way to turn that pumpkin you’ve been meaning to carve into something useful: a beer keg. With a $5 spout and a little elbow grease you’ve got the highlight of your next party.Get the instructionsHERE.

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BEER KEG

pumpkin-keg

Like pumpkin beer? You’re gonnalovethis. Our sister publication,Food & Wine, figured out the coolest way to turn that pumpkin you’ve been meaning to carve into something useful: a beer keg. With a $5 spout and a little elbow grease you’ve got the highlight of your next party.

Get the instructionsHERE.

source: people.com