It’s pumpkin season and there is much more to pumpkins other than carving them for you Halloween Jack O’ Lantern.

Pumpkins are also a nutritious super food!

Pumpkins are high in fiber, are a great source of beta carotene, and according to Michael T. Murray, author of “The Condensed Encyclopedia of Healing Foods,” they are great for disease prevention.  A 2010 article published in “Nutrition Research Reviews” notes that pumpkin reduces inflammation. Inflammation can lead to many chronic health conditions, including cancer and heart disease, as well as Type 2 diabetes and arthritis.

There are so many ways to enjoy Pumpkin Puree. Here’s a really “cool” tip on what you can do with your Pumpkin Puree:
Freeze your 100% pumpkin cubes in an ice cube tray so they are ready to add to everything you want.

Here are a few ideas for you on how to use pumpkin puree.

1-    Stir in your favorite beverages: protein shake, smoothie, hot apple cider, latte, etc.
2-    Use it in sweets and baking: muffins, oatmeal, bars, yogurt, etc.
3-    Use it for dinner: soups, sauce, chili, Panini, etc.

Have fun experimenting and if something doesn’t turn out good, don’t sweat it. That’s all part of the fun of experimenting in the kitchen.

Let me know what you attempt with them and it was a success or not?! 🙂