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Grampa’s German-Style Pot Roast

"Grampa was of German heritage and loved the old-world recipes his mother gave him. I made a few changes so...


Pumpkin & Cauliflower Garlic Mash

"I wanted healthy alternatives to my family's favourite recipes. Pumpkin, cauliflower and thyme make an amazing dish. You'll never miss...


Pumpkin and Chicken Sausage Hash

"This can be served as a side or as the main dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I like to...


No-Crust Pumpkin Pie

Baked in a water bath, this pie has a texture that's more like a custard than a traditional pumpkin pie....


Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Orange Dressing

"Roasted pumpkin and dried fruits make this beautiful seasonal salad a natural match for holiday recipes. The dressing is a...


Best Curried Pumpkin Soup

"I whipped this up for my family on Thanksgiving, and everyone was crazy about it! Even my brother, who is...


Air Fryer Pumpkin Fries

"Move over French fries, because these homemade pumpkin fries are divine! They're not only healthier than traditional fries, but they're...


Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

"I love to serve this pumpkin hummus with sliced apples, pears and pita chips. Top it with toasted pumpkin seeds,...

Vegan Pumpkin Bread

"This easy vegan pumpkin bread recipe was given to me by my stepmom shortly after she and my dad got...


Scented Rice in Baked Pumpkin

"This easy, delicious and healthy side is a showpiece that always delights. You can use grain, squash, fruits and nuts...


Spicy Chicken Pumpkin Pizza

"Think pizza and pumpkin can’t go together? This chicken pumpkin pizza will change your mind. The sweetness of the pumpkin...


Autumn Pumpkin Chili

"We have this turkey pumpkin chili often because everyone loves it, even the most finicky grandchildren. It’s a definite keeper...


Upside-Down Apple Bacon Pancake

"I frequently cook Sunday brunch for my husband and myself, and I am always experimenting with new recipes. Apples picked...


Apple Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

"I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year,...


Apple Pie Ricotta Waffles

"I had apples and ricotta cheese to use up, so instead of making a pie I decided to do something...


Baked Apple Slices

"Nothing beats these tender baked apple slices over ice cream for satisfying harvest flavour. This old-fashioned treat gives a new...


Apple Peanut Butter Cookies

"These apple peanut butter cookies are great for fall gatherings. They're crisp on the outside and soft inside." —Marjorie Benson,...

Oma’s Apfelkuchen (Grandma’s Apple Cake)

"My husband’s German family calls this Oma’s apfelkuchen, which translates to 'Grandma’s apple cake.' They’ve been sharing the recipe for...


Apple Butter Bread Pudding

"This is one of my mother's best recipes! I'm sure your family will be delighted with it, too. Serve it...


Dutch Apple Cake

"My husband and I came to Canada from Holland more than 40 years ago. This traditional Dutch recipe is a...


Slow-Cooked Pumpkin Apple Cobbler

"This spiced pumpkin apple cobbler recipe is sure to please all of your holiday guests. It's perfect for fall, but...


Apple Spice Waffles

"These apple waffles are cozy and comforting anytime—morning or evening. The smell of toasty waffles with apples is sure to...


Frozen Lemon-Berry Margaritas

"I like to cool down with this absolutely fantastic frozen margarita recipe. It's slightly icy, thick and perfect for when...

Yogurt Breakfast Drink

"Sleepyheads will savour this dreamy smoothie. Simply blend yogurt, milk and orange juice concentrate for a fresh start to your...


Hop, Skip and Go

"Here's a different drink for a beer-drinking crowd. It gets a touch of sweetness from lemonade. Make it in a...


Cucumber-Melon Smoothies

"My cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra...


Sensational Slush

"Colourful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favourite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers...


Banana Brunch Punch

"A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's...


Cherry Fruit Smoothies

"You need just four ingredients to blend together these super-fast smoothies for breakfast. Try whipping them up on a hot...