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two mini waffles with a swirl of pumpkin butter on top, covered in maple syrup. The waffles sit on a white plate on top of an orange table cloth, surrounded by tiny white pumpkins, cutlery, and another plate out of focus

Pumpkin Spice Waffles with Pumpkin Brown Butter

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Pragmatic Cooking

I’d say I’m firmly in the November-is-pumpkin-season camp, rather than the November-is-Christmas-time camp. But regardless of your own affiliation, I hope you will enjoy these pumpkin spice waffles with pumpkin brown butter. I recommend serving them with real maple syrup for the full flavor experience. It’ll be incredible in October, November, or whenever you need…

two tacos on a brown plate atop a napkin. The tacos are filled with squash, beans, white cheese, herbs, and a bright drizzle of hot sauce.

Delicata and Chevre Tacos

Posted on November 7, 2021July 16, 2022 by Pragmatic Cooking

Tender squash, caramelized onions, goat cheese, black beans, and adobo come together with surprising ease to create a sweet, spicy, tart chorus of flavors that you need to be shoveling into your face ASAP.

Rich Acorn Squash Soup

Posted on January 4, 2021November 6, 2021 by Pragmatic Cooking

Mellow acorn squash roasted with onions and blended with sage and cream to become a rich, velvety soup. Thick and satisfying with a touch of cayenne.

Pumpkin Hazelnut Babka

Posted on November 14, 2020November 21, 2021 by Pragmatic Cooking

Soft, cinnamon-scented bread with a ribbon of moist, lightly sweet pumpkin filling running through it. Add some hazelnut fragments and white chocolate and you’ve got fall baking heaven. Pumpkin hazelnut babka is the perfect treat to enjoy alongside a cup of tea.

Parmesan-Herb Delicata Rings

Posted on October 26, 2020March 6, 2021 by Pragmatic Cooking

I was only recently introduced to delicata squash, but now I am an ardent fan. These delicata rings are one of my favorite things to do with it so far. The distinctive flavor of rosemary partners nicely with Parmesan cheese and the mellow sweetness of the delicata. As the squash softens in the oven the breading becomes enticingly crispy. Et viola! A tasty finger-food perfect for dipping in the accompanying yogurt sauce. Makes a great side with burgers too.

Pumpkin Puree

Posted on October 21, 2020November 8, 2020 by Pragmatic Cooking

Many recipes, especially for baked goods, call for pumpkin puree. In the US, you can buy canned 100% pumpkin puree in nearly any grocery store, and I often use that in my cooking. Sometimes though, I like to make my own, and it’s pretty simple to do with the help of a food processor or blender.