It’s the second post in the 7 ways series and one I’m excited about! 7 Ways With… Pumkpin! So my North American Readers might be more into pumpkin as a pie filling and I’m all for using it in sweet things but I feel like it really shines in savoury food. And there’s quite the variety in this little post.
Pumpkin and Spinach Skillet Lasagne with Basil Vinaigrette
I posted a recipe for a skillet lasagne last year but this one is quite different, it’s more saucy with very different flavours but the same thrown together easy cheats lasagne appeal. This isn’t really lasagne. It just uses the same sheets and includes a sort of bechamel and the concept of layers. However the layers in this are far more free form and relaxed and way quicker!
Pumpkin Dahl with Tomato and Spinach
This autumnal dahl is both comforting and fresh thanks to the coconut and lime flavours through it. It’s mild in terms of heat level and fragrant with the toasted cumin stirred through at the end. It comes together with very little effort so is a perfect midweek meal and the leftovers can be freezed for lunches.
Pumpkin, Coconut and Dark Chocolate Slice (Dairy and Gluten Free)
 It’s October, and that means Halloween and pumpkin themed things. Even is pumpkin season is coming to an end over in this part of the world, social media has me craving pumpkin treats and I’m caving to those cravings with this pumpkin slice. It’s a healthier take on a pumpkin pie because it’s missing all the condensed milk. It’s also lighter and super easy to make.
Roast Pumpkin Spaghetti
It might technically be spring but seeing as Melbourne likes to play fast and loose with sticking to the seasons, so will I. My first week back on pasta and here I am with this flavour bomb of a bowl of deliciousness.
MISO SESAME ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND PUMPKIN GRAIN SALAD
Yum yum yum! This salad is warm, and comforting and full of flavour. It’s also loaded with vegetables and totally winter appropriate. The crunchy toasted coconut, crispy bits of roast cauliflower and caramelised pumpkin are a killer combo. Especially with miso and sesame paste coating it all. Yes, yes, yes.
ROAST PUMPKIN, TOMATO AND THYME PASTA BAKE
Is there anything more cosy or comforting than a pasta bake? It’s also a super easy way to make a filling vegetarian meal! All you need is some sort of green salad on the side and dinner is sorted.
PEARL BARLEY ‘RISOTTO’ WITH ROAST PUMPKIN, SUN DRIED TOMATO, BASIL AND FETA
Pearl barley makes a great change from using rice, it isn’t gluten free or anything it just gives a different flavour and a great texture. Plus it’s a great source of dietary fibre and a range of vitamins and minerals. It’s nutty flavour works so well with the sweet pumpkin and salty feta.
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH PEARL COUSCOUS, FETA AND CHILLI PUPMKIN SALAD
This is so easy to whip up and super tasty to boot. You can having everything cooked in about 40 minutes, including chopping time which is a weekday dinner win too.
CREAMY PUMPKIN AND PARMESAN PASTA WITH CRISPY SAGE
This pasta is sort of like a healthy pumpkiny version of mac n cheese. The pumpkin pasta sauce has that silky quality and coats every mouthful with savoury sweet goodness. But there’s a secret ingredient in here that makes this so good.