Forget Halloween! National Pumpkin Day is October 26th!

6 tasty pumpkin recipes to brighten up fall. How about trying a pumpkin flavored martini or cheesecake? Yum!

-PJ Gach

Looks like everywhere you turn there’s a pumpkin. They’re being turned into jack o’ lanterns for Halloween. However, pumpkins are more than just a one-day lamp or pie filling. You can create gourmet treats and fabulous drinks with pumpkins — and no one will ever know that it didn’t take you all day (or if you’re like me) all night to make.

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You might want to whip up a Pumpkin Spice Panna Cotta, individual cheesecake or a Pumpkin Pie Martini the next time you’ve friends over.