You'll Want to Add These Pumpkin Recipes to Your Fall Bucket List

While most people associate pumpkins with pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, or other pumpkin desserts, the fall gourd shouldn't be limited to just the sweet stuff. There's so much more you can do with it, including healthy pumpkin recipes! That's why we're rounding up these savory pumpkin recipes that are perfect for all your seasonal occasions—whether it's a creative addition to your Thanksgiving menu or a comforting recipe for your weeknight dinner. There are even some fall appetizers ahead featuring pumpkin.

Just like your favorite butternut squash recipes, these pumpkin recipes are hearty, earthy, and so cozy. When the weather turns cold, try a comforting pumpkin chili or Ree Drummond's gorgeous pumpkin soup that's served in an actual pumpkin bowl. 😍Or, opt for one of the many pasta recipes on this list, like pumpkin ravioli or pumpkin-bacon carbonara. And if you're looking for a Thanksgiving side dish featuring pumpkin, try the pumpkin casserole or roasted pumpkin with feta and honey.

When it comes to these savory pumpkin recipes, some call for fresh pumpkin, while others use pumpkin puree. (Just be sure to avoid a can of pumpkin pie filling which is sweetened with sugar and spices.) Either way, these pumpkin recipes deserve a spot on your dining table.