There are many reasons to love autumn, and one of them is certainly the arrival of our favourite seasonal produce. One of the most recognisable symbols of autumn is pumpkin, a delicious ingredient that works beautifully in both sweet and savoury dishes. Pumpkin is one of nature’s autumn gifts, valued not only for its rich flavour but also for its nutritional benefits. It is a source of fibre, vitamins A, C and E, potassium and manganese, and is rich in antioxidants. So stock up on pumpkins and make the most of their rich seasonal flavour this autumn. Below, we bring you a few delicious recipe ideas. And if pumpkin dishes have not won you over yet, here is one more reason to give them a try: some of them can be made even better with Prima Sticks.
Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Prima Pieces
Warm up autumn evenings with a creamy pumpkin soup. When it comes to pumpkin recipes, this is definitely one of the most popular. Roast the pumpkin in the oven, blend it with cream, season with salt and pepper, then serve with pieces of Prima Sticks and a drizzle of pumpkin seed oil. In addition to being delicious, this dish offers a satisfying contrast of textures thanks to the crunchy Prima pieces.
Pumpkin and Sage Risotto with Parmesan
Bring the flavours of autumn to your table with pumpkin and sage risotto. Cook Arborio rice until creamy, add cubes of sautéed pumpkin, then season with salt, pepper and dried or fresh sage. Finish with grated Parmesan, a few sage leaves and a drizzle of pumpkin seed oil. Enjoy!
Pumpkin and Spinach Salad with Prima Pieces
This fresh salad brings out the best of autumn flavours. Combine roasted pumpkin cubes, baby spinach and tangy goat cheese, then drizzle with pumpkin seed oil. Sprinkle with pieces of Prima Sticks for an extra touch of crunch. Pumpkin and spinach salad can be served as a side dish or enjoyed as a main course. Either way, there probably will not be much left on the plate.
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Prima Sticks and Caramel Sauce
To prepare this delicious cheesecake, crush Prima Sticks and combine them with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a cake tin to create the base.
Next, prepare a mixture of cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar, eggs, vanilla sugar and cinnamon. Pour it over the base and bake in a preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Once baked, leave the cheesecake to cool, then drizzle with caramel sauce and decorate with Prima Sticks. Enjoy!
Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream
To make this delicious pie, prepare your own puff pastry or use a ready-made version. Roll out half of the pastry and place it into a pie dish.
Whisk the eggs with sugar, then add pumpkin purée, whipping cream, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Mix well and pour the filling over the pastry. Cover with the remaining pastry, shape the edges and make a few small openings in the top.
Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown. Once baked, leave the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving with a generous spoonful of whipped cream for the perfect finishing touch.