As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, autumn ushers in the enchanting pumpkin season. These seasonal gourds come in a delightful array of shapes, sizes, and flavors, making them a versatile addition to your meals. Here’s a selection of some of the tastiest pumpkin varieties to consider:
Sugar Pie Pumpkins: These diminutive pumpkins are revered for their sweet, velvety flesh, making them the ideal choice for crafting delectable pumpkin pies.
Cinderella Pumpkins (Rouge Vif d’Etampes): With their brilliant orange hue, Cinderella pumpkins are a feast for the eyes and the palate. They’re perfect for roasting or creating sumptuous soups.
Blue Hubbard Squash: These sizable, bluish-gray pumpkins offer sweet, dry flesh that lends itself beautifully to roasting and pie-making.
Long Island Cheese Pumpkins: Shaped like a wheel of cheese, these pumpkins feature smooth, sweet flesh, making them a top pick for pies, soups, and velvety purees.
Jarrahdale Pumpkins: With their distinctive bluish-gray skin and fine-textured, sweet flesh, Jarrahdale pumpkins are an excellent choice for roasting or whipping up delectable pumpkin bread.
Fairytale Pumpkins: Their flat, ribbed appearance and vibrant orange flesh make Fairytale pumpkins a dreamy option for crafting pies and desserts that capture the essence of autumn’s enchantment.
Have you tried any of these pumpkins? What’s your favourite pumpkin or squash? 
