{"id":3814,"date":"2017-10-18T03:31:50","date_gmt":"2017-10-18T03:31:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/?p=3814"},"modified":"2017-10-18T03:31:50","modified_gmt":"2017-10-18T03:31:50","slug":"pumpkin-perfect-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/pumpkin-perfect-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Pumpkin-perfect recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Overseas, fall is perfect for making time for fun before the busy holiday season \u2013 go for a fall picnic, visit your local orchard or pumpkin patch, and take advantage of all the flavors fall has to offer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pumpkin-crazy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3815\" src=\"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pumpkin-crazy.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pumpkin-crazy.jpg 750w, https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pumpkin-crazy-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pumpkin-crazy-50x35.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Try these delicious, comforting, no-hassle fall ideas that won&#8217;t carve a big chunk out of your budget.<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>The great taste of seasonal produce can stand on its own, adding star power to simple recipes. Baked pears or apples are a sweet, festive treat. Slice them in half and fill with walnuts, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake until the sugars caramelize and fruits soften.<\/li>\n<li>Take on-the-go snacks to the next level by coating almonds or garbanzo beans in your favorite seasonal spices and baking until crispy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>No matter the season, trim time grocery shopping by relying on a one-stop-shop like ALDI. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a new pumpkin spice treat or need quality ingredients for your famous chili, you can find it all at wallet-friendly prices.<\/p>\n<p><b>Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl<br \/>\n<\/b>Recipe Courtesy of Chef Audrey, ALDI Test Kitchen<\/p>\n<div class=\"divOverflow\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table id=\"convertedTable7633\" class=\"prngen1\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Baker&#8217;s Corner\u00a0100% Pure Canned Pumpkin<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Friendly Farms\u00a0Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">frozen banana<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Friendly Farms\u00a0Unsweetened Original Almondmilk<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">teaspoons\u00a0Specially Selected 100% Pure Maple Syrup<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">teaspoon\u00a0Stonemill\u00a0Pumpkin Pie Spice<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Optional garnishes:<br \/>\n<\/b>SimplyNature\u00a0Flax Seed<br \/>\nSouthern Grove\u00a0Chia Seeds<br \/>\nBaker&#8217;s Corner\u00a0Semi-Sweet Mini Morsels<br \/>\nSouthern Grove\u00a0Chopped Pecans, toasted<br \/>\nApple slices<br \/>\nSimplyNature\u00a0Organic Ground Cinnamon<\/p>\n<p><em>Blend canned pumpkin, yogurt, banana, milk, syrup and pumpkin pie spice until smooth. Transfer to serving bowl.\u00a0Top with desired garnishes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>Mini Pumpkin Parfait with Cranberry Caramel<br \/>\n<\/b>Recipe courtesy of Chef Kates, ALDI Test Kitchen<\/p>\n<div class=\"divOverflow\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table id=\"convertedTable393f\" class=\"prngen1\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">package\u00a0Cafe Bistro\u00a0Spekulatius Spiced Cookies<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/2\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Countryside Creamery\u00a0Unsalted Butter, divided\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/2\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup packed\u00a0Baker&#8217;s Corner\u00a0Brown Sugar<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/4\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup water<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Sweet Harvest\u00a0Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">8<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">ounces\u00a0Happy Farms\u00a0Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread, softened<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1\/4\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Baker&#8217;s Corner\u00a0Powdered Sugar<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">cup\u00a0Baker&#8217;s Corner\u00a0100% Pure Canned Pumpkin<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">8<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen3\">\n<p class=\"prnews_p\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">ounces\u00a0Friendly Farms\u00a0Whipped Topping, divided<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>Place cookies in food processor and pulse to form fine crumbs.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>In medium saucepan, melt 1\/4 cup butter. Add cookie crumbs and stir over medium heat 5 minutes, or until toasted. Remove from heat.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>To make caramel: Bring brown sugar and water to simmer. Cook about 10 minutes, or until color changes to dark amber. Do not stir, but watch closely. Stir in cranberry sauce and remaining butter. Return to simmer and continue stirring until well combined and thickened slightly, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Press warm cookie crumbs in bottom of small serving glasses, such as clear shot glasses, espresso cups, small bowls or parfait glasses. Set aside.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>In medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin and continue mixing to combine. Gently fold in 6 ounces whipped topping.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>To complete assembly, top crumbs with layers of cranberry caramel and pumpkin cream. Repeat layers, including crumbs, 2-3 times depending on glass size. Top each parfait with dollop of remaining whipped topping. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 8 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Find more tips and recipes for a hassle-free fall at\u00a0<a class=\"linkOnClick\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aldi.us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-include=\"300531961\">ALDI.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Try these delicious, comforting, no-hassle fall ideas that won&#8217;t carve a big chunk out of your budget.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":3815,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11,3],"tags":[1910,19,650,1504,20],"class_list":["post-3814","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition","category-spotlight","tag-autumn","tag-health","tag-nutrition","tag-recipes","tag-wellness"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3814","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3814"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3814\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3816,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3814\/revisions\/3816"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3815"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3814"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3814"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3814"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}