For the love of pumpkins. It’s National Pumpkin Day and I am here for it. Once September hits, the pumpkins come out in our household from decor to the kitchen. See below from some of my favorite pumpkin ideas and recipes.

Place pumpkins in the middle of a charcuterie board for all of the fall feels. You can find everything you need to know about building a charcuterie board here: https://thecollarfind.com/how-to-make-a-charcuterie-board/

Serve a pumpkin chipotle chili to add some of the healthy antioxidants you can find in this gourd. You don’t even taste the pumpkin, so don’t let that deter you from giving this recipe a try. The full recipe with tips and tricks here: https://thecollarfind.com/pumpkin-chili-recipe/

Take the pumpkin love outside too. Fill your porch with pumpkins,choose all shapes and sizes. Here’s a tip: Coat them with floor wax to help preserve them through Thanksgiving. You can learn more about the preserving process and other ways to decorate with pumpkins here: https://thecollarfind.com/fall-decor-tips/

Need a sweet treat? Serve this quick sweet pumpkin dip with apples and ginger snaps. It’s so good!

Here’s an easy pumpkin idea: Turn ordinary fruit into little pumpkins for the kid’s lunches. Even the big kids like them!

Hope this easy and fun pumpkin ideas help you to welcome the fall feels into your home!

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