Pumpkin Soup
The Perfect Pumpkin Soup Recipe
If you have never made a pumpkin soup recipe before, you are in for a treat when you make one of our recipes for pumpkin soup. Whether you go with a classic pumpkin soup, enlivened with spices and a dash cream, a curried pumpkin soup with Asian influences or a healthy mixed vegetable broth with pumpkin and other vegetables, you will definitely be pleased with the outcome.
You can make a pumpkin soup recipe for the whole family to enjoy. Some people might want to add some more salt or pepper and perhaps not everyone wants a dollop of cream for a garnish or a crusty roll on the side. Everyone, however, will love the flavor of your homemade pumpkin soup recipe.
Choosing Which Pumpkin Soup Recipe to Make
If you are new to pumpkin soup, you might want to make classic pumpkin soup for your first recipe or something quite easy and basic, which lets the flavor of the pumpkin, shine clearly through the other flavors in the recipe. After that, you might like to experiment with other kinds of pumpkin soups.
What is Classic Pumpkin Soup?
Classic pumpkin soup is creamy, sweet, and buttery. There are different recipes for classic pumpkin soup, depending who you ask or where you look, but if you have ordered pumpkin soup in a restaurant or had your grandmother or mother make it for you, you probably tried classic pumpkin soup already.
Classic pumpkin soup combines pumpkin, onion, garlic, broth, and seasonings. A dollop of cream and some chopped chives finishes it off and a crusty roll is beautiful for dipping and for soaking up every last drop of the delicious pumpkin soup recipe.
Canned Pumpkin Soup Recipe
You can cut down the preparation and cooking time for pumpkin soup by using a canned soup as your base ingredient and then adding some other ingredients to it for a more homemade flavor.
However, for the best flavor, it is a good idea to make your pumpkin soup recipe from scratch. Canned pumpkin soup never tastes as good as homemade pumpkin soup recipes.
You might have tried a packet soup or instant soup mix in the past and a lot of people decide whether or not they like soups based on these. This is a huge mistake to make because instant soup mixes and canned soups taste nothing like wholesome, delicious homemade pumpkin soup recipes.
If you have been disappointed with a canned or instant pumpkin soup mix, make your own pumpkin soup and you will be delighted with the difference.
Recipes for Creamy Pumpkin Soups
Some pumpkin soup recipes contain cream and others are garnished with a dollop of cold cream, which you can stir in to the soup. Pumpkin is naturally sweet and juicy and making a creamy soup is a great way to bring out the sweet, smooth, and rich flavor of this delicious vegetable.
There are different recipes for creamy pumpkin soups or you could simply add a dollop of cream to any non-creamy pumpkin soup recipe for a similar effect. Creamy soups make great appetizers, satisfying lunches or light and comforting dinners.
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Featured Pumpkin Soup Recipe:
Spicy Pumpkin Soup with Cinnamon Croutons
This flavorful soup is rich and creamy. If you are looking for a sweet and flavorful pumpkin soup for cool fall days, this one is a winner. The ginger gives a spicy, sweet undertone to the traditional seasonal recipe and the cinnamon croutons are special and make the soup taste a little like pumpkin pie.
Using too much salt in this classic pumpkin soup recipe can ruin it so it is best to use a homemade chicken broth or a salt free variety. A little salt is fine but just take care not to use too much. Canned pumpkin puree is used instead of fresh pumpkin in this easy pumpkin soup recipe. A canned pumpkin soup recipe is handy if pumpkins are out of season or if you want to make pumpkin soup in a hurry.
Different types of croutons suit different pumpkin soup recipes but the sweetened cinnamon croutons used in this recipe for pumpkin soup are especially flavorful. You can use plain croutons if you prefer but the cinnamon flavor does complement this pumpkin soup very nicely.
Creamy and Sweet Pumpkin Soup with Croutons
Ingredients -
2 tablespoons brown sugar
15 oz can pumpkin puree
2 cans salt free chicken broth, 14 ½ oz each
1 cup chopped onion
5 tablespoons softened butter
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 slices whole wheat bread
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 cup heavy whipping cream
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Handful cilantro leaves
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Mix together the cinnamon, half the sugar, and the butter and spread it evenly over one side of each slice of bread. Put the bread, buttered side up, on a baking tray and bake for about 8 minutes or until the bread is toasted.
Cut the bread slices into small squares or triangles.
Sauté the onion in the rest of the butter until tender, then add half the chicken broth. Stir the mixture well, bring it to a boil, then cover the pan, turn the heat down, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
Process the broth in a food processor or a blender until it is smooth, then put it back in the pan and add the other can of broth, the salt, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, pumpkin puree, pepper, the rest of the sugar and the ginger.
Stir the mixture well and bring it to a boil.
Cover the pan, turn the heat down, and let the pumpkin soup simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring it all the time.
Stir in the cream and warm it through without boiling.
Ladle the soup into 6 serving bowls and top each one with some croutons and cilantro leaves.
(Serves 6)
Photo Description:
This wonderful pumpkin soup is so sweet and delicious; it is almost like a dessert. If your kids are picky eaters, making a sweet soup like this is guaranteed to tempt them to eat every last drop. This photo shows the flavorful fresh cilantro and homemade cinnamon crouton garnish which finishes off the dish perfectly. A glass of fruity red wine would taste good with this sweet pumpkin soup recipe and contrast well with the sweetness. You probably will not need to serve bread on the side because of the crispy croutons on top of the pumpkin soup.
An Introduction to Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkin soup is satisfying and warming and it is a wonderfully comforting soup to enjoy in the fall, when the days are becoming cooler. Carved pumpkins are popular adornment near Halloween but our pumpkin soup recipes mean that you do not have to waste the tasty flesh when you carve your Halloween decorations.
There are lots of different recipes for creamy pumpkin soups, depending on what type of soup you fancy. There are recipes for healthy pumpkin soup, mixed vegetable and pumpkin soup, curried pumpkin soup and many more.
The Truth about Pumpkin Soup and Health
A classic pumpkin soup will have different health benefits than a creamy pumpkin soup or an Asian style pumpkin soup. Pumpkins, however, are very good for you. They are high in cartenoids, which neutralize dangerous free radicals and help to protect your skin cells from damage.
Pumpkins also contain zeaxanthin and lutein, which neutralize free radicals in the eye lens, protecting your eyes from disorders like macular degeneration and cataracts.
Iron, fiber, and zinc are found in the flesh of pumpkins. Iron is important for your red blood cells, fiber is important for your bowels and zinc can help to prevent spine and hip osteoporosis.
There is plenty of vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, and potassium in pumpkins too, so you could say that pumpkin soup is a superfood. It is certainly beneficial for you in many ways.
Which is the Best Loved Pumpkin Soup?
Everyone has his or her own favorite pumpkin soup recipe and there is a pumpkin soup variation for every taste. The flavor of pumpkin combines well with all kinds of ingredients.
Some pumpkin soup recipes feature apple or even a hint of vanilla for a sweet touch, while others might contain curry powder, nutmeg, or ginger, because spices complement the flavor of pumpkin.
Cheese can be used in pumpkin soup or you can make a quick and easy canned pumpkin soup recipe by using soup, which is already made, and adding your own touches of cheese, croutons, or herbs. Pumpkin soups do not have to be vegetarian and some recipes contain meat or fish.
Everyone has their own idea, which is the best pumpkin soup recipe, and you might want to make several pumpkin soup recipes to find out, which you like the most.
Classic pumpkin soup with a dash of cream is always very popular but as people become more curious about international recipes, vibrantly flavored Asian style soups, interesting fusion style pumpkin soup recipes and aromatic curried soups are great to make too.
How to Serve Pumpkin Soup
You can serve classic pumpkin soup in a carved out pumpkin shell and whether it is Halloween, Christmas, Thanksgiving, or another special occasion; this makes a delightful appetizer or meal.
You might like to garnish the soup with croutons, herbs, a sprinkling of spice, or something else, depending on the pumpkin soup recipe you are using. A drizzle of roasted pumpkinseed oil is a nice touch if you are making a gourmet pumpkin soup recipe and a whole-wheat bun for dunking transforms a bowl of classic pumpkin soup into the perfect lunch.
Our pumpkin soup recipe collection will show you that there are hundreds of different ways to make and serve this exciting, nutritious, and delicious dish. Pumpkin soup is suitable for both children and adults and experimenting with types of pumpkin soup is a lot of fun.
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Classic Pumpkin Soup
Delicious Classic Pumpkin Soup - Classic pumpkin soup is a tradition for many families and the classic flavor is perfectly balanced and just right. Sometimes it is nice to alter the soup recipe slightly and use different spices or add some creaminess or other ingredients. There are different variations on classic pumpkin soup and you can find them all here...
International Pumpkin Soup Recipes
Aromatic International Pumpkin Soup Recipes - International recipes are often fragrant, aromatic and delicately flavored. Your usual recipe for pumpkin soup might be a classic pumpkin soup, which your family always appreciates, but if you want to try something a bit different, we have lots of international pumpkin soup recipes, which can make an exciting change and thrill your taste buds with a new flavor...
Specialty Pumpkin Soup Recipes
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Pumpkin Soup Articles
Informative and Useful Pumpkin Soup Articles - Our articles will point you in the right direction when buying pumpkins and pumpkin soup ingredients, inspire you to create your own pumpkin soup recipes and answer any questions you might have about preparing pumpkin soup, garnishing it, or serving it. Pumpkin soup articles are handy and informative for beginner cooks and seasoned chefs...
Five Reasons to Make Your Own Pumpkin Soup Recipes
If you have compared canned or instant pumpkin soup mixes with homemade pumpkin soup recipes, you will already know that making your own is the only way to get delicious, rich, and fresh tasting pumpkin soup.
Whether you want to make a classic pumpkin soup, a spiced pumpkin soup, or a chilled soup, there are plenty of recipes to choose from. Here are five reasons why making your own pumpkin soup is a great idea:
1. Homemade Pumpkin Soup has a Perfect Flavor
When making your own pumpkin soup recipe, you are fully in control of the flavor, so you can choose from cream or coconut milk, herbs or spices, vegetables or simply pumpkin and much more.
2. You Can Use the Most Economical Ingredients
Homemade soups are always cheaper than commercially prepared soups and they taste much nicer too. You can get heavily discounted pumpkins after holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving and use them to make a big batch of pumpkin soup.
3. Pumpkin Soup is Easy to Make
Some pumpkin soup recipes can be made in half an hour with four or five ingredients. Even beginner cooks will find a pumpkin soup recipe simple to put together.
4. Everybody Will Enjoy it
Homemade pumpkin soup is something that everyone adores. Present a fresh flavored chilled soup on a hot summer day or a thick, warming soup on a cool evening and everyone will love you.
5. You Can Make a Different Soup Every Week
Whether you want to work your way through recipes for creamy pumpkin soups, make a canned pumpkin soup recipe or tried and tested classic pumpkin soup, there are enough pumpkin soup recipes to let you make a different one every week for a long time.
Try These Delicious Pumpkin Soup Recipes
Here is just a sampling of our delicious pumpkin soup recipes you'll find plenty more inside the site.
The Best Recipe for Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Honey Roasted Basic Pumpkin Soup
Homemade Pumpkin Soup Recipe in a Pumpkin Soup Tureen
Easy Cold Pumpkin Soup with Molasses and Orange
Vegetarian Pumpkin Soup with Fennel and Pesto
Mexican Black Bean and Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkin Cauliflower Carrot Soup with Shallots
A Pumpkin Soup Recipe for All Occasions
Pumpkin soup is considered by many people to be for Halloween only. That might be true if you depend on seasonal produce because pumpkins are harvested in the fall but many pumpkin soup recipes, including many of the best pumpkin soup recipes, use pumpkin puree and frozen pumpkin puree or cooked pumpkin pieces.
If you do not mind a canned pumpkin soup recipes or one made with thawed pumpkin, this means you can make pumpkin soup any time during the year. Homemade pumpkin soup is too good to eat at Halloween only!
Hot and Spicy Pumpkin Soup
If you are looking for a thick, warming pumpkin soup recipe for a treat on a cold evening, there are lots of different pumpkin soup recipes to choose from. You might choose a sweet recipe for pumpkin soup featuring sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cream.
For a savory pumpkin soup, popular flavorings include chili, allspice, garlic, and onion. Spices like nutmeg and allspice go well with both savory and sweet pumpkin soup recipes.
Be careful not to add too much salt to pumpkin soup if you are using canned broth because some kinds of broth are quite salty already and you will not need to use any salt in the recipe at all. It is best to check the soup at the end of the cooking time and alter the seasonings then, if you need to.
Cold Pumpkin Soup for the Summer
If the weather is warm, what about making a chilled pumpkin soup? Cold soups might not be as common as hot ones, and some people have never even tasted a cold soup, but this does not mean they are any less delicious than hot pumpkin soup. A cold pumpkin soup makes a great lunch on a warm day or a nice appetizer on a warm spring or summer evening.
You can also make an easy cold pumpkin soup in advance and keep it in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve it, which frees up your time to concentrate on the entree you are making.
Special Pumpkin Soup Recipes
If you are catering for a party or a special occasion, you can choose any one of our pumpkin soup recipes because they are all special. However, you might want to pick something a bit different. Some pumpkin soup recipes have beautiful garnishes, making them ideal for celebratory events because they look so pretty and colorful.
Choose a pumpkin soup garnished with whipped cream, nutmeg and roasted pumpkin seeds or a sweet cold pumpkin soup with cream, honey and a sprinkling of dark sugar. Pumpkinseed oil is an extra special and gourmet garnish, which you might like to use on your pumpkin soup if it is for thanksgiving, a birthday, or another special get together.
Recipes for Creamy Pumpkin Soups
Cream adds a luxurious and indulgent texture and flavor to pumpkin soup and you can use cream as an ingredient, as a garnish or as both. You can use light cream, heavy cream, half-and-half, or even milk in pumpkin soup recipes, depending on the texture and flavor you want.
Some recipes for creamy pumpkin soups are savory and might contain vegetables, herbs and spices and others might contain sugar, honey or other sweet ingredients. Cream is a component of both sweet and savory pumpkin soup recipes and you can add more or less cream to most recipes, depending how creamy you prefer your soup to be.
Making a Healthy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
If you are looking for a pumpkin soup recipe, which is healthy rather than thick and creamy, there are some really good recipes for healthy pumpkin soup that you can try. If you are making a meal rather than an appetizer, you can put plenty of vegetables into your pumpkin soup because vegetables are filling. You might also like to use noodles, pasta, or rice.
Pureeing the pumpkin soup thickens it up and doing this means, you do not need to use cream as a thickener. Most herbs and spices are low in calories or calorie free and you can make a really flavorful pumpkin soup with pumpkin, vegetables, broth and herbs or spices.
There are also vegetarian pumpkin soup recipes and vegan pumpkin soup recipes so nobody has to miss out on this delicious dish just because they have a special dietary requirement.
Whether you prefer recipes for creamy pumpkin soups, an easy pumpkin soup recipe, spicy pumpkin soup, pumpkin curry soup, cold pumpkin soup or a traditional and classic pumpkin soup recipe, there are lots of recipes you can make at home for the family.
The History of Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkins were introduced to Europe from the Americas in the sixteenth century. They are technically a berry with a hard outer shell rather than a vegetable, and pumpkins are in the squash family. Pumpkin seeds have been found in Mexico from 7000 BC and pumpkins grow well in temperature, tropical climates.
Pumpkins have been enjoyed for centuries but not always in the form of a soup. Native Americans used to bake long, thin strips of pumpkin and American colonists make pumpkin beer and pumpkin pies for their Thanksgiving feasts.
Pumpkin soup has been popular for a long time but in the mid 1980s, there were plenty of pumpkin soup recipes appearing in cookbooks and magazines. Different countries have always had their own ideas about pumpkin soup ingredients and it is fun to try international pumpkin soup recipes.
The Importance of Pumpkin Soup in Haiti
Pumpkin soup is still popular at Thanksgiving and Halloween and it is enjoyed in other countries too. Haitians, for example, make a pumpkin soup recipe to celebrate New Year's Day.
When looking at the history of pumpkin soup in Haiti, it is interesting to note that only the French colonists were allowed to consume pumpkin soup. The slaves had to drink bread soup. After the revolution, everyone was allowed to eat this delicious soup and the tradition continues to this day.
The Different Uses of Pumpkins
In parts of Europe, including Italy, pumpkins are grown mainly to feed pigs. About 90% of pumpkins grown in the United States are used for Halloween decoration rather than for eating. If all this sounds wasteful, why not buy a pumpkin and follow one of our delicious pumpkin soup recipes?
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Why Pumpkin Soup is Wonderfully Unique
Pumpkins have an unmistakably sweet, juicy flavor and they are great roasted, grilled, or mashed as a side dish. You can also transform this flavorful vegetable into a pumpkin soup recipe.
What sets a pumpkin soup recipe apart from other recipes and makes it so unique is its versatility. Pumpkin soup recipes can be thick or thin, creamy or nutty, hot or chilled, spiced or plain and there are many other ingredients you can add to a pumpkin soup recipe to keep it unique and add an explosion of wonderful flavor.
Pumpkin Soup in Other Countries
Pumpkin soup recipes have been embraced by the cuisines of many other cultures and countries and you can find different versions of this soup in Australia, the United States, Canada, China, Thailand, and Haiti, to name just a few countries where it is loved.
Pumpkin soup can be served as an appetizer or as a main meal. A small dish of pumpkin soup with a dollop of cream on top is a wonderful appetizer on a cool winter evening. A generous bowlful with added potatoes or rice, meat or fish and a big, warm crusty roll is a filling lunch or an adequate dinner.
Pumpkin Soup for Everyone
The natural sweetness of pumpkins appeals to kids and adults and the health benefits of pumpkins are well documented. Pumpkin soup is a brilliant and unique recipe to make.
It is easy to create, there are lots of pumpkin soup recipes to choose from, and the whole family will love eating your homemade pumpkin soup, whether you are making chilled soup for a hot day or a thick, warm soup for a cool one.
This mouthwatering soup is traditional fare at Thanksgiving and Halloween but you can make it any time you feel like indulging yourself in its creamy, sweet, buttery flavor.
Pumpkin Soup around the World
Pumpkin soup is usually made from pumpkin flesh and broth. It might also contain meat or fish, spices, herbs, vegetables or cheese. Pumpkin soup can be served hot or chilled. It was a staple for the North Vietnamese prisoners of war in the prison camps, during the Vietnam war and is known in many other countries.
Many different cultures have their own pumpkin soup recipes. Chinese pumpkin soup contains Chinese vegetables and perhaps pork ribs or shrimp. Thai pumpkin soup is often enriched with coconut milk and might contain sugar snap peas, baby corn, mushrooms and more.
If you like, western style recipes for creamy pumpkin soups, there are lots of different ones to make. Some creamy pumpkin soup recipes have a hint of cream and others are very creamy.
Chilled pumpkin soup makes a nice appetizer, especially on a warm and balmy evening and thick, creamy soups are great for cold fall or winter nights because they really warm the soul.
As with most other soup recipes, thin or chilled soups are popular in hot countries and thick, warming soups are well loved in cooler climes. This is not a hard and fast rule, though, and different soups appeal to different people. There is enough variety with pumpkin soup recipes to please everyone.
Easy Pumpkin Soup
There are easy four or five ingredient pumpkin soups found around the world, containing basic ingredients like pumpkin, onion, parsley and salt or pumpkin, potato, carrot, water and some spice.
Each country has their own take on how best to flavor their pumpkin soup recipes and some people prefer basic pumpkin soup, while others like a more complex and gourmet style of pumpkin soup recipe.
Classic pumpkin soup is made more in the United States than in any other country and it is a popular Thanksgiving dish. Pumpkin soup is not unknown in the UK but it is nowhere near as popular there.
Australian pumpkin soup is usually made with onion, carrot, cloves and more. It is decorated with a swirl of cream on top before serving. Jamaican pumpkin soup is richly flavored with rice, beef, and herbs.
Some pumpkin soups are very sweet and others are more savory. Apple cider or apple juice can be found in some pumpkin soup recipes and spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg are also popular.
Cooking Methods for Pumpkin Soup Recipes
There are different cooking methods for pumpkin soup. It is usually made on the stove but you can grill pumpkins to make them juicy instead of boiling them. A crockpot is another great way to make an easy pumpkin soup recipe because you simply add the ingredients and leave the crockpot for several hours.
Some pumpkin soup recipes freeze well so you can make a big batch and freeze what you are not going to eat in individual containers to thaw and serve at a future date.
The versatility of pumpkin soup combined with the many different ways to make this tasty dish is what makes it so popular all around the globe. Pumpkin is known for its health benefits and you can combine it will all kinds of other ingredients to make beautiful and unique pumpkin soup recipes which will really delight everyone in your family.
Find additional "pumpkin soup recipes" on our Pumpkin Soup Recipe index page just look trough our pumpkin soup categories to find that perfect pumpkin soup to dtart your dinner tonight. Whether that be a wonderful traditional pumpkin soup or a tasty spicy pumpkin soup recipe with exotic flavors and spices. We have everything from easy pumpkin soup recipes to wonderful canned pumpkin, pumpkin soup recipes.
Useful Pumpkin Soup Cooking Tips
Pumpkin soup is an American favorite and there are also many international pumpkin soup recipes to create or to borrow inspiration from. There are literally hundreds of ways to make pumpkin soup and many different ingredients you can choose from.
- For an exotic flair, you might like to use curry powder, a ripe banana and unsweetened coconut milk in your pumpkin soup.
- Vanilla might not sound like a soup ingredient but it goes really well with the pumpkin flavor. To add nuttiness, add some creamy peanut butter to the recipe.
Choosing and Preparing Your Pumpkin
- Small, sweet pumpkin varieties are great for pumpkin soup recipes. A three and a half pound pumpkin will produce about a cup of pumpkin puree.
- Rinse the pumpkin in cold water and pat it dry. Remove the stem with a serrated knife and cut the pumpkin in half. Scoop out the seeds and save them for another recipe. Scoop out the stringy mass and discard them. You will be left with the juicy pumpkin flesh.
How to Make Pumpkin Puree for Pumpkin Soup
- Not all pumpkin soup recipes start with pumpkin puree but it is very easy to make it yourself. You can get canned pumpkin puree but it is more economical and fun to make your own.
- To make pumpkin puree, you need to put the pumpkin halves cut side down on a baking sheet and bake them at 350 degrees F for an hour or until they are soft. Let the pumpkin halves cool, then scoop out the flesh and puree it in a food processor.
Interesting Pumpkin Facts and Pumpkin Soup Facts
Pumpkin soup recipes are fun to make and when you next serve a classic pumpkin soup recipe or creamy pumpkin soup to your family, why not impress them with a few of our entertaining and interesting pumpkin facts?
The History of Pumpkins
- Pumpkins originated in Central America.
- The word "pumpkin" comes from the Greek word for big melon, which is "pepon."
- Native Americans used to roast long pumpkin strips over an open fire.
- They also used to flatten pumpkin strips, dry them, and make mats with them.
- A Native American would have called a pumpkin an "isqoutm."
- Native Americans used pumpkin seeds for medicine and food.
- Colonists sliced the tops off their pumpkins, took the seeds out, filled the inside with honey, milk, and spices, and baked it in hot ashes. This is the origin of pumpkin pie.
- Pumpkins were used as a pie crust ingredient in Colonial times, not as an ingredient in the filling.
Pumpkin Production
- The top pumpkin producing states are Illinois, Ohio, California, and Pennsylvania.
- The total pumpkin production in the United States was valued at $101.3 million in 2006
- Illinois produced 496 million pounds of pumpkins in 2005 and this state grows more than 90% of all the pumpkins in the United States.
- Pumpkins are produced mainly for processing and less than 10% are grown for ornamental sales via retail outlets, farmers ‘ markets, and you-pick farms.
- 80% of the pumpkin supply in the United States is available in October.
- Some pumpkins are used as animal feed.
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