10 Fresh Pumpkin Recipes for Fall That Go Beyond Pie Enjoy the best flavors of autumn—from soup to pie. Close Credit: Christopher Testani Fresh pumpkins offer a world of culinary possibilities beyond their decorative appeal, providing delicious autumn flavors for a variety of dishes from soups to pies. Unlike the field pumpkins used for carving, sugar and cheese pumpkins have dense, sweet flesh that makes them ideal for cooking and baking. To preserve their freshness, whole pumpkins can be stored in a cool spot for up to a month—or in a cellar for up to three months—while cut pieces should be refrigerated and used within five days. Dive into these fresh pumpkin recipes to explore seasonal favorites and enjoy the rich taste of fall. 14 Types of Pumpkins You'll See This Fall Choose sugar pumpkins or cheese pumpkins for cooking due to their dense, sweet flesh. Avoid field pumpkins, commonly used for carving, as they have watery, stringy flesh not recommended for eating. 01 of 10 Mashed Potatoes With Pumpkin and Greens Credit: Mike Krautter Give mashed potatoes a colorful, healthy upgrade by adding pumpkin and chard to the mix. View Recipe 02 of 10 Pumpkin and Pecorino Gratin Sugar-pumpkin purée is seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then baked under a crown of crunchy breadcrumbs and Romano cheese. This casserole makes a magnificent side dish with roast chicken or pork or a fabulous vegetarian entrée. View Recipe 03 of 10 Pumpkin Pie Credit: Anna Williams We're sneaking a pie into this collection of fresh pumpkin recipes because it's made with fresh—not canned—pumpkin and is just so good. This pie has a more delicious depth of flavor thanks to the roasted fresh pumpkin and just the right amount of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Make extra purée and freeze it so you can enjoy pumpkin desserts throughout the season. View Recipe 19 Pumpkin Puree Recipes That Capture the Flavors of Fall 04 of 10 Roasted Pumpkin Credit: Raymond Hom Our recipe for basic roasted pumpkin is simple and versatile. You can eat the sweet, fibrous flesh straight out of the shell with some olive oil, salt, and pepper, or you can get creative and use the roasted pumpkin flesh for purée or scope out the flesh for other recipes. View Recipe 05 of 10 Roasted Squash, Apple, and Cipollini Onion Salad Though the recipe title says "squash," this recipe can and should be made with sugar pumpkin. It's a hearty winter salad with mellow roasted vegetables and apples contrasting with the peppery watercress. View Recipe 06 of 10 Roasted Pumpkin Soup Fresh pumpkin is roasted with onion and shiitake mushrooms, then puréed to make a creamy (but cream-free!) soup. An immersion blender makes quick work of this simple, hearty meal. View Recipe 07 of 10 Coconut, Fish, and Pumpkin Stew Credit: Lennart Weibull This lively one-pot dinner features coconut milk, cod, pumpkin (or calabaza), baby spinach, and a touch of chile for a filling and healthy meal. View Recipe 08 of 10 White Bean and Sausage Stew in Pumpkin Bowls All dressed up for a fabulous fall dinner party, this hearty stew is baked in sugar pumpkins. A combination of navy beans, turkey sausage, mushrooms, carrots, leeks, potatoes, and peas makes a delicious, filling meal. View Recipe 09 of 10 Beef, Pumpkin, and Shiitake Soup Credit: Christopher Testani Starring sugar pie pumpkin or calabaza, this slowly simmered soupy stew is easy to make. It takes just 15 minutes of prep. When the beef chuck or neck bones are fork-tender, you add the vegetables that won't need long to cook. Fresh basil and a splash of fish sauce are not to be skipped for serving—the latter adds an exceptional hint of umami flavor. View Recipe 10 of 10 Spiced Pumpkin Seeds Credit: Raymond Hom Wondering what to do with those pumpkin seeds leftover from your recipes? While you can use store-bought pepitas, try baking or roasting the seeds from fresh pumpkin and season them to your liking, just like we did here with cinnamon, cayenne, cumin, and honey. View Recipe Explore more: Food & Cooking Recipes Seasonal Recipes Fall Recipes